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NFL Analyst & Sr. Correspondent

Luke Hubbard

Luke Hubbard is a NFL Analyst at EssentiallySports, recognized for his comprehensive coverage across the NCAA and NFL landscapes. An LSU graduate, Luke brings deep reporting experience as a writer for On SI, where he covers the Tennessee Titans, Michigan Wolverines, Baylor Bears, and Virginia Tech Hokies. Previously, he served as a contributing writer for Canal Street Chronicles at SB Nation, focusing on the New Orleans Saints since 2023. Luke has also provided in-depth LSU athletics reporting for Rivals and Athlon Sports, spanning football, basketball, baseball, and gymnastics. Luke’s journey in sports journalism began as a student intern in the LSU Athletic Communications Department, where he covered diverse sports including women’s volleyball. His bylines appear in major outlets such as Athlon Sports, SB Nation, and Sports Illustrated, earning him recognition for insightful analysis and versatile game coverage. In addition to his print and digital work, Luke has contributed content to publications like Death Valley Insider, BVM Sports, and Yardbarker. Luke loves sports and the stories behind them. From NFL clashes and college rivalries to the roar of Formula 1, he chases the action with both a reporter’s tenacity and a storyteller’s heart. Based in Louisiana, he brings hometown insight with a wider perspective, giving fans sharp analysis, inside scoops, and just enough personality to keep it fun.

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Hero RB, Zero RB or Neither: What’s the Best Fantasy Football Strategy in 2026?

With fantasy football drafts right around the corner, I broke down the best fantasy draft strategies so you don't have to.

Should the NFL Have Suspended Ryan Gold For Violating Gambling Policies?

The NFL suspended Arizona Cardinals staffer Ryan Gold for allegedly placing bets on the NFL Draft, but was it the right move?

First Round Rookies With the Most to Prove During NFL Training Camp

From the first overall pick to the 29th overall pick, these first rounders have to make their mark in training camp.

Kansas City Chiefs Training Camp Guide: Patrick Mahomes’s Health, Position Battles and More

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to kick off their annual training camp soon, so here's everything you need to know beforehand.

Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Guide: New Additions, Upgraded Defense and More

The Dallas Cowboys are set to begin training camp in the next week, so I built a guide of everything you need to know heading into camp.

Fantasy Football Big Board: Jahmyr Gibbs Tops the Top-100 List

EssentiallySports NFL Experts Luke Hubbard and Daniel Rios rank their top-100 fantasy players for the 2026 season.

2026 NFL Training Camp Guide: Start Dates, QB Battles and Key Rookies to Watch

NFL training camp starts as early as next week, so here's a guide to everything you need to know once things get underway.

Fantasy Football League Winners: Who Has the Easiest Fantasy Playoff Schedules?

If you want to win your fantasy league, make sure you have these guys on your roster, because they have some great late-season matchups.

Ranking Every Fantasy Football Draft Position: Where Should You Want to Pick on Draft Night?

Where do you want to pick in this year's fantasy draft? I took a deep dive into each positions and figured out the best place to draft from.

Fantasy Football Players With the Hardest Schedule at Every Position

Here are the five players at every position that have the hardest schedule in fantasy football, so I'd consider avoiding them in your draft.

EssentiallySports NFL Top-100 (70-61): Trevor Lawrence, Breece Hall and Others

The EssentiallySports NFL Top-100 countdown continues with players No. 70 through No. 61, which includes Trevor Lawrence among others.

How Roger Craig Changed the Running Back Position Forever

Roger Craig may not have been a perennial 1,000-yard rusher, but he revolutionized the game for the running back position.
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