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Afreen Kabir is a College Football Writer at EssentiallySports, contributing to the CFB Trends Desk. Selected for the College Football Pro Writer Program last year, she was trained by a panel led by a former Managing Editor of MSN Sport, now a mentor at EssentiallySports. Her previous experience covering the entertainment and lifestyle beats for major digital media outlets adds a unique lens—enabling her to craft compelling narratives at the intersection of sports and pop culture.

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OSU Star Jeremiah Smith Publicly Calls Out $50B Brand He Has NIL Deal With, Then Backs Off

Jeremiah Smith took to social media to share his frustration with a global brand but took back his words soon after.

Dan Lanning, Oregon Will Be Surprise Losers If NDSU Make Proposed FBS Switch

Oregon's plans for the 2028 season are slated to go up in the air if North Dakota State football is able to break into the FBS ranks.

Ohio State, Alabama & 2 Other SEC Teams Named Finalists for 305-lb Five-Star O-Lineman

The Buckeyes and the Tide got a major boost in their fight for an elite 2027 prospect, after he named them finalists.

Ole Miss Football Coach Makes Heartfelt Public Plea for Mother Battling Life-Threatening Illness

Ole Miss defensive line coach Randall Joyner asked for prayers and support for his ailing mother, who is suffering from a serious condition.

Sam Darnold Backup Makes Shock Alabama Confession That Seahawks 12s Won’t Like

Jalen Milroe's honest admission about Alabama football might not sit right with Seattle's passionate 12th Man.

Jon Sumrall Names 3 Positions He’s Most Concerned About Before Gators Spring Practice

Jon Sumrall has some big problems in the 2026 roster, as Florida gears up for spring camp ahead of an important season for the coach.

Bill Belichick Laughs Off Pat McAfee’s Sly Jab in 1st Public Appearance Since HOF Controversy

Bill Belichick joined in on a joke about him in the wake of his controverial Hall of Fame snub on the Pat McAfee Show.

Brent Venables Gives Ex-Amazon Worker Turned NFL Star His Big Coaching Break With Sooners

Brent Venables has brought an interesting face into the Oklahoma staff, who had to go through a tough time in his pro career.

Shedeur Sanders’ Colorado Successor Draws QB’s Attention to Past Encounter With Todd Monken

Julian Lewis had some wise words for Shedeur Sanders, sharing his connection with the new Cleveland head coach, Todd Monken.

2027 LB Decommit From Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Shows Strong Interest in Big Ten Giant

A talented 2027 prospect is setting his sights on a Big Ten blueblood after giving Alabama a miss in his recruitment.

Dejected Curt Cignetti Reveals Indiana Fell Victims to $1M Tampering Ploy Before Championship Win

Curt Cignetti throws light on his experience with roster tampering, now that the practice has become more aggressive and rampant.

James Franklin Reveals Shocking Manner Hokies Locker Room Took Fired Brent Pry’s Return

Virginia Tech’s locker room had an unexpected reaction when fired head coach Brent Pry returned in a new role.
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