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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Insider updates job security of Patriots' Jerod Mayo

Eyebrows were raised when it was reported in October that the first-year HC was not yet "assured of a second season" in his role. 

NFL insider makes telling comment about Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

The Giants fell to 2-8 on the ongoing campaign via a disheartening 20-17 overtime loss to the lowly Carolina Panthers on Sunday. 

Former player, coach blast Cowboys' Micah Parsons over Mike McCarthy comments

The Cowboys' season is spiraling, and now one of their star players is receiving backlash for comments he made after the team's latest loss.

Former Jets QB shares Aaron Rodgers theory amid club's struggles

A former Jet shared some interesting thoughts on the team's struggles.

James Conner discusses Cardinals' turnaround amid four-game winning streak

Conner shared his thoughts on the team's play as a fourth straight win has moved the club from 2-4 to 6-4.

How fired Dennis Allen, others helped Saints' Darren Rizzi earn first win as head coach

The interim HC helped the Saints earn a 20-17 upset win over the rival Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon. 

Former MVP breaks down continued struggles of Giants' Daniel Jones

A former QB shared his thoughts on the continued struggles of Daniel Jones.

Aaron Rodgers sounded broken after Jets' blowout loss to Cardinals

It's hardly a stretch to suggest that Aaron Rodgers' New York Jets tenure is probably not going as he envisioned.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons raises eyebrows with Mike McCarthy comments after loss to Eagles

McCarthy is in the final season of a contract that owner Jerry Jones reportedly never came close to extending before the Cowboys dropped six of nine games in 2024.

Woody Johnson's Robert Saleh, Jeff Ulbrich gamble sunk Jets season

Shortly after the Jets fell to 3-7 via Sunday's embarrassing 31-6 loss at the Arizona Cardinals, Ulbrich sounded like an overwhelmed coach unable to save what's become yet another lost season for Gang Green.

Steelers' Russell Wilson praised for late Mike Williams TD vs. Commanders

Wilson has silenced all chatter about being part of a potential quarterback controversy by winning his first three starts with the organization. 

Mets writer makes huge Juan Soto, Pete Alonso prediction

It was said as far back as this past spring that the Yankees could target Alonso in free agency if Mets owner Steve Cohen convinced Soto to make a big-money move to Queens. 

NFL insider shares theory about Bill Belichick praising Buccaneers GM

There's plenty to unpack regarding Bill Belichick's recent comments on Bucs GM Jason Licht. Mike Florio attempted to address it.

NFL had humorous response to Eagles' Saquon Barkley's viral leap

It is one of the season's top highlight-reel moments and occurred during Philadelphia's 28-23 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars this past Sunday. 

Was Falcons' Arthur Blank right to pick Raheem Morris over Bill Belichick?

Morris has guided the Falcons to a 6-3 record in his first season with the organization. 

Patriots' Drake Maye names what he must improve as starting QB

Maye has thus far made just four regular-season starts, and the only win on his record occurred when he spent over half a contest in the NFL's concussion protocol. 

Panthers GM raises eyebrows with Bryce Young comments

Young's future in Carolina remains uncertain amid a second unsteady season.

Tom Brady discusses what he looks for in young quarterbacks

Brady shared his thoughts on integrating young quarterbacks to the NFL.

Jets' Malachi Corley makes promise to Jeff Ulbrich after viral mistake

Corley shockingly dropped the ball short of the goal line during what became a 21-13 win over the Houston Texans last Thursday night.

Insider shares scenario where Mets won't pursue Juan Soto 'aggressively'

Is there a scenario where the Mets won't be true players in the Juan Soto sweepstakes?

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield clarifies thoughts on controversial extra-point decision vs. Chiefs

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles chose to kick a game-tying extra point instead of attempting a go-ahead two-point conversion late in regulation of this past Monday's overtime loss to the Chiefs. 

Scott Boras tells owners what Juan Soto wants in free agency

Soto helped the Yankees complete a trip to the World Series this past season.

Super Bowl champion challenges Patriots players amid 2-7 season

It's been a tumultuous season in New England between mounting losses and various chatter in the media.

Report shares when Dennis Allen first lost members of Saints locker room

Shortly after the Saints lost a seventh straight game to fall to 2-7 on the season, the club unceremoniously fired Allen earlier this week. 

Browns GM raises eyebrows with comments on future of Deshaun Watson

The acquisition of Watson has been disastrous for the Browns, and the team's GM addressed the quarterback's future with the team as he recovers from a season-ending injury.