NFL Writer
Papiya Chatterjee is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports, covering breaking news, roster moves, and league storylines across all 32 teams. Previously, she was a Senior College Football Writer on the site's Trends Desk, where she played a central role in ES Behind the Scenes analysis and built a reputation for catching draft trends early. During the draft, her reporting on the surprising slides of Shedeur and Shilo Sanders, particularly Shedeur’s, sparked wide fan debate.
On the NFL beat, Papiya covers breaking news, coaching changes, and quarterback battles across the league, often pairing the hard news with the human side of a story: injuries, front-office moves, and the personal storylines that shape a player's season.
From Rookie Cards to Game-Worn Jerseys: How Sports Collectibles Became an Investment
Explore how rookie cards, signed memorabilia and game-worn jerseys evolved from fan keepsakes into valuable investments.
The Preseason Business: Why the NFL Makes Money Before the Games Count
The NFL makes money from preseason games through tickets, streaming, merchandise, and concessions before the regular season begins.
American Swimmer Achieves Historic Feat After Breaking World Record Twice In Same Day
Kate Douglass makes history by breaking the 50m freestyle world record twice in one day at the Pan Pacific Championships.
49ers Legend Joe Montana Breaks Tom Brady’s Record With Super Bowl Jersey Sale
Joe Montana’s Super Bowl jersey breaks Tom Brady’s record, highlighting a booming market for rare NFL collectibles and memorabilia.
“Does Not Look Like a Grown Man”: Radio Host Rips Cam Ward for Carrying the “Wrong Mentality” After Titans QB’s Struggles Against 49ers
Radio host questions Cam Ward’s mentality after his poor preseason showing against the 49ers, criticizing his appearance and performance.
“It’s Going to Be Hell”: Chiefs Star Faces Eric Bieniemy’s Wrath After Penalty-Plagued Loss to Rams
Chiefs star faces Eric Bieniemy’s wrath after Kansas City’s penalty-plagued preseason loss to the Rams exposed offensive line issues.
Jayden Daniels Told to Fire Every Person “Even if It His Was Mom” Amid LSU Jersey Backlash
Jayden Daniels faces calls to fire his entire team, including his mother, amid backlash over LSU reissuing No. 5.
“I’m Ready For It”: Broncos Assistant Under Sean Payton Wants Another Shot at NFL Head Coaching After Disastrous First Stint
Broncos assistant seeks another NFL head coaching chance after a difficult first stint, hoping to prove himself again.
“Don’t Draft Zach Wilson”: Ex-Jets Star Says He Pleaded With Team to Keep Sam Darnold in New York
Former Jets star reveals he urged New York to keep Sam Darnold instead of drafting Zach Wilson, calling it a major mistake.
“Lot of Running Around”: Mike McCarthy Reveals Medical Emergency in Steelers Coaching Staff Against Packers
Mike McCarthy reveals a medical emergency involving the Steelers coaching staff during their preseason matchup against the Packers.
“I Wanted Out”: 49ers Legend Steve Young Finally Reveals Why He Stayed as Joe Montana’s Backup
Steve Young reveals why he stayed behind Joe Montana, despite wanting out and waiting years for his 49ers starting opportunity.
“I Let My Teammates Down”: Fernando Mendoza Doesn’t Hold Back on His Mistakes After Raiders Preseason Loss
Fernando Mendoza takes responsibility after the Raiders’ preseason loss, despite putting forward a respectable performance.
