NFL Writer
Krushna Pattnaik is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports, covering the league across news, roster moves, and team developments. With a medical background, he brings particular depth to stories around player injuries, medical suspensions, and health-related developments. As a Senior Writer, he honed his editorial skills through the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program.
Before moving to the NFL beat, Krushna spent three years at EssentiallySports covering MMA and Olympic sports, working across prediction pieces, live event assignments, and beat reports. With five years of personal training in Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, and taekwondo, he brought a practitioner's perspective to his fight coverage. He also briefly contributed to the ES YouTube team.
His work earned external recognition, including a nod from Conor McGregor, and one of his pieces was featured on Brendan Schaub's podcast.
“BAD Bad”: Saints Legend Calls Out Kellen Moore’s Team After Ugly Preseason Loss to Rams
Kellen Moore becomes a target for former Saints offensive tackle after New Orleans faced an ugly defeat against the Rams.
Sean Payton Makes Final Decision on Davis Webb’s Playcalling Duties Before 2026 Broncos Season
NFL analyst reveals the final decision that Sean Payton made around Davis Webb's play calling duties ahead of the Broncos' season opener.
“They Messed That Up”: Jaguars Face Backlash Over Plan to Play Travis Hunter on Both Sides
Former NFL wide receiver slams the Jacksonville Jaguars for their two-way experiments on Travis Hunter ahead of the 2026 season.
Deshaun Watson Told to Prepare for Mental Challenges Despite Saying He Doesn’t Care if Browns Fans Boo Him
Asane Samuel warns Deshaun Watson about the mental challenges of a booing home crowd after he 'didn't care' about the criticism.
“It Hurts”: Matthew Stafford’s Wife Kelly Shares Concerning Health Update Amid Rams Preseason
Kelly Stafford shares her health concerns over an Instagram Story while Matthew Stafford helps the Rams in the preseason.
Dave Portnoy Claims Pat McAfee’s ESPN Rise Wouldn’t Have Happened Without Barstool
Dave Portnoy reveals the major role that Barstool played in the making of the rising broadcaster, Pat McAfee.
Browns QB Shedeur Sanders’ Camp ‘Threatening to Call’ NFL to Get People Fired According to Cleveland Host
Cleveland radio host reveals that Shedeur Sanders' camp has threatened to take an unexpected step against critics.
Eagles Legend Nick Foles Reveals He Nearly Gave Up on Football Before Super Bowl Victory
Former Philadelphia Eagles player reveals the story of how he almost hung up his cleats and missed out on winning a Super Bowl.
Jalen Hurts Tipped to Be Fighting for His Eagles Job After INT-Filled Practice Against Patriots
After a troubling performance in joint practice, a sports broadcaster believes Jalen Hurts is still fighting for his job in Philadelphia.
“Waste of $20 Million”: ESPN Blasted for Overpaying Stephen A. Smith as Pat McAfee Joins Monday Night Football
Former coach and broadcaster slams ESPN's investments in Stephen A. Smith as he gives Pat McAfee a shoutout for his new role.
Browns Rookie Enters College Football Transfer Portal After Controversial NCAA Ruling
A Cleveland Browns rookie tight end has entered the NCAA college transfer portal for a fifth year following a Louisiana judge's ruling.
Andy Reid Delivers Devastating News as Chiefs’ Ashton Gillotte Suffers Major Injury Setback
Head coach Andy Reid provides an update to the player injuries as Ashton Gillotte suffers a season-ending injury.
