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Malabika Dutta is a College Football News Writer at EssentiallySports, working on the Marquee Saturdays Desk. A graduate of the ES College Football Pro Writer Program, she specializes in breaking news and injury reports during live coverage while also developing off-field narratives that give fans a deeper understanding of players’ lives. Her recent work includes coverage of the Rourke family following Kurtis Rourke’s NFL Draft selection by the 49ers. Malabika combines a strong foundation in English Literature with hands-on sports journalism experience, contributing to national college football coverage and supporting the newsroom with timely reporting and contextual storytelling.

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Notre Dame AD Adds Marcus Freeman’s Staffer to New Position ‘to Better Align With the Future’

Notre Dame AD created a new position within the athletic department for the first time and appointed an internal candidate to fill the role.

OSU Alum Turned SEC HC Names College Football’s Greatest Rivalry – And It’s Not ‘The Game’

The Auburn head coach’s greatest rivalry is no longer with the Wolverines, despite his Ohio State roots. It's an SEC team.

Nick Saban Breaks Silence on Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Contract Extension: “I Think He’s Had a Lot of Opportunity”

Kalen DeBoer’s future with Alabama is secured through 2033, and his predecessor has openly expressed his feelings about the extension.

Kyle Whittingham ‘Very Confident’ About His Retirement Plans as He Clears Michigan Intentions

Kyle Whittingham has a clear plan in place before his coaching journey ends with the Wolverines, and he has made it known.

Brendan Sorsby’s Chances of Saving His career are “Extremely Unlikely” Even Outside College Football

Brendan Sorsby has a unique path to continue his football journey, but for now, it appears to have narrowed due to his gambling history.

Oregon’s Dan Lanning Gives Away Five-Figure Earnings to Help Children Fight Cancer

Dan Lanning has taken a creative step to support a meaningful cause, delivering personalized videos for Duck Nation.

Coach Prime’s New QB Openly Pushes to Flip Alabama Recruit from Kalen DeBoer

Coach Prime’s Colorado gains a key 2027 recruiting piece, with the prospect already eyeing a flip of an Alabama commit.

Michigan Player Calls Sherrone Moore a ‘Great Coach,’ Labels Paige Shiver Situation a ‘Mistake’

The former Michigan head coach went through a lot following his firing, but he gained a loyal RB who stood by him.

Diego Pavia Accepts Over $1M Loss After Signing With Ravens

Diego Pavia has finally secured a destination to play as an undrafted free agent, though it comes with a cost.

Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz Pushes Back on NCAA Ruling That Forced Four Wins to Be Vacated

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz expressed his thoughts on the ‘tampering’ label, which cost the Hawkeyes a big.

“Got Ours”: Big Ten HC Accuses Kirby Smart of Tampering After Jeremiyah Love’s Father’s Confession

Jeremiyah Love faced tampering attempts but wasn’t influenced, though it may have cost the Illini their star RB, according to Bret Bielema.

Deion Sanders Sends Prayers as Colorado Football Receives Sad News

Deion Sanders’ Colorado received some bad news, but the community was quick to offer support and prayers for the individual and his family.
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