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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

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

New York sports radio legend rips Giants' 'Hard Knocks' series

The first episode of "Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants" debuted on Tuesday.

OF, not Francisco Alvarez, named Mets' 2024 first-half MVP

Much has been made amid the Mets' so-called "Grimace Era" about what Alvarez has meant to both the club's lineup and its pitching staff.

ESPN insider expands on Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers trade updates

Even if Aiyuk publicly requests a trade before training camp, he ultimately may have to decide between playing for San Francisco this fall on his current deal or forfeiting money by sitting meaningful games out. 

Kodai Senga close to providing needed pitching help for Mets?

Advertised New York Mets ace Kodai Senga getting closer to making his 2024 MLB regular-season debut.

'Game of semantics': Insider shares trade update on Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers

San Francisco has Aiyuk under contract for this season and can use the franchise tag to hold onto his rights through the start of the next NFL year.

Steelers veteran explains why he's confident in Russell Wilson

Veteran defensive lineman Cameron Heyward is among individuals associated with the Pittsburgh Steelers warning outsiders that they shouldn't bet against quarterback Russell Wilson bouncing back following Wilson's rough two-season run with the Denver Broncos.

Chargers center ups ante on hype for QB Justin Herbert

Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert is facing massive expectations for the coming NFL campaign.

Josh Jacobs names biggest difference between Packers and Raiders

Running back Josh Jacobs recently opened up about his decision to leave the Las Vegas Raiders and sign with the Green Bay Packers in free agency.

Former Steelers Pro Bowler discusses Russell Wilson, Justin Fields idea

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin hasn't yet slammed the door shut on Fields possibly winning the starting job over Wilson at some point before Pittsburgh ends its preseason.

Former NFL coach shares warning for Cowboys' Dak Prescott

Prescott remains in the final year of a contract that prevents the Cowboys from retaining his rights for 2025 via the franchise tag.

Will 'Hard Knocks' end certain criticisms of Giants co-owner John Mara?

The first episode of the "Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants" program featured an interesting conversation between GM Joe Schoen and Mara regarding the future of then-New York RB Saquon Barkley.

Eagles broadcaster discusses criticisms of Jalen Hurts

Eagles radio color commentator Mike Quick sounds fed up with certain criticisms of quarterback Jalen Hurts this offseason.

How Snoop Dogg helped Texans' C.J. Stroud grow as a leader

Stroud earned Offensive Rookie of the Year Award honors in his rookie season last year.

Mets' Brandon Nimmo addresses heroics following scary situation

Nimmo ultimately delivered a clutch game-tying RBI single in the top of the eighth inning of Tuesday's victory over the Nationals.

Former teammate praises 'tremendous' Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell

Brian Hoyer shared a locker room with QB Aidan O'Connell last season and sounds ready to anoint him as the Raiders' starter.

Insider questions story about Jets' Aaron Rodgers skipping minicamp

NFL insider Mike Florio weighed in on the talk regarding Rodgers and his minicamp absence.

Former player sends Cowboys warning about Dak Prescott

Former NFL player and current analyst Sam Acho is among noteworthy individuals who believe the Dallas Cowboys should sign quarterback Dak Prescott to a contract extension as soon as possible.

Insider shares if 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk is close to deal, trade request

The NFL insider gave his take on the situation as Aiyuk's standoff with the 49ers drags on.

Panthers WR discusses workout with Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

One NFL veteran is signing the praises of J.J. McCarthy after recently working out with the Vikings' new signal-caller.

Is Trey Lance impacting Cowboys' handling of Dak Prescott situation?

Nick Eatman and Kurt Daniels of the Dallas Cowboys' website addressed whether the club having young quarterback Trey Lance on the roster is impacting the fact that starting signal-caller Dak Prescott remains on track to reach free agency after the upcoming season.

Analyst links Mets with White Sox pitcher

On Tuesday, ESPN's David Schoenfield wrote that the Mets could buy before the July 30 trade deadline and pursue White Sox starting pitcher Erick Fedde.

Analyst shares why Packers' Jordan Love could become 'top-tier' QB

Love helped Green Bay earn a playoff berth in 2023 with a record of 9-8, and he then guided his club to an impressive 48-32 wild-card postseason victory at the Dallas Cowboys.

Vikings LB shares what's promising about QB J.J. McCarthy

The Vikings moved up a spot in this year's draft order to select McCarthy via the 10th pick.

Analyst has wild idea for Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

NFL analyst Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated clearly doesn't agree with the adage that teaches a team that has two quarterbacks actually has none.

Cardinals' Paris Johnson Jr. discusses expectations with Marvin Harrison Jr.

Second-year offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. is among individuals within the Arizona Cardinals expecting big things from the team's offense after the club made Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. the fourth overall pick of this year's draft.