College Football News Writer
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.
Jeremiah Smith’s Teammate Sets Personal Goal Only 10 OSU Players Have Ever Achieved
OSU's senior WR has set his 2026 goal clearly, but his performance last season doesn't come close to it.
“Me and D-Wade Started It”: Shaquille O’Neal Sends Clear Message to Giannis Antetokounmpo With Roster Advice
Former NBA legend has set the expectation clear for Giannis Antetokounmpo following Miami's blockbuster trade to get him.
ESPN Analyst Suspects Heat Know Something After Organization Clarifies LeBron James Leak
Despite the Heat clearing all smoke about the LeBron James video leak, there's a hidden intention behind this move, doubting ESPN analyst
“Nobody Misses”: Ed Orgeron Says LSU Locker Room Has Changed Under Lane Kiffin Like Never Before
LSU's Lane Kiffin faces huge pressure in his first season following LSU's investment, but Ed Orgeron reveals the change is also visible.
Ohio State Coach Keeps Heavy Punishment For Football Athletes Who Don’t Show Utmost Respect To Teammates
Ohio State set the bar high, making a respect system where failure can lead to heavy punishment, and an OSU LB confirmed it.
Kirby Smart Doesn’t Hold Back on Gunner Stockton Narrative at SEC Media Days
Kirby Smart isn't ready to buy any kind of narrative about his QB1 following Gunner Stockton's performance last season.
Kirby Smart Announces Georgia Athlete Out Indefinitely After Serious Injuries in ATV Accident
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart has shared details about the injury suffered by Georgia RB following an accident
“Don’t Do Stupid Things”: NFL Scout Has Blunt Message for Sam Leavitt After What He Saw With Garrett Nussmeier
Sam Leavitt got a warning from an NFL scout that talent alone won't be enough to pave his path to the NFL; a former LSU QB felt it most.
Former National Title Winning QB Tries to Lure Nation’s No. 2 RB to Ohio State After Ryan Day Gets Upsetting News
Though expert predictions do not favor Ryan Day's Ohio State, a former Buckeye still attempts to secure the nation's No. 2 RB.
“This is Gonna Sound…”: First-Time $28.5M HC Has His Own Curt Cignetti Moment at SEC Media Days
The new Kentucky head coach has a Curt Cignetti level belief in himself, but he doesn't know the exact time of fulfilling it.
College Football Insider Shares Bad News For Ryan Day’s Ohio State
Ohio State has enough factors to secure the nation's no. 2 running back, but the expert prediction isn't favoring the Buckeyes.
“One More Shot”: SEC HC ‘Starts Campaign’ for Gus Malzahn to Cancel Retirement & Make College Football Coaching Return
Gus Malzahn has already made the decision to retire from coaching, but an SEC coach wants him back in college.
