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Papiya Chatterjee is a Senior College Football Writer at EssentiallySports, working on the site’s Trends Desk. She has covered two action-packed seasons and played a central role in ES Behind the Scenes analysis, spotlighting the game’s biggest stars. During the draft, her reporting on the surprising slides of Shedeur and Shilo Sanders, particularly Shedeur’s, sparked wide fan debate. An advocate for playoff expansion, Papiya believes a 16-team bracket is the fairest way to give three-loss contenders from tough conferences a real chance. With fresh talent emerging across the college football landscape, she heads into this season ready to deliver standout coverage for fans.

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Not $87M Coach, Penn State Interim HC Finds Unique Way to Confirm James Franklin Replacement Spot

Penn State’s interim HC boosts his case to replace James Franklin with rising support, clutch wins, and strong locker-room backing.

Kalen DeBoer Gives Update on Alabama After Iron Bowl Concludes

Kalen DeBoer updates Alabama’s status after Iron Bowl win, highlighting injuries, resilience, and playoff implications for Crimson Tide.

77 Days Later UCLA Takes First Step to Find DeShaun Foster Replacement

Seventy-seven days after losing Foster, UCLA finally starts its coaching search, sparking fresh speculation and fan frustration.

5-Loss Team Gets Same Playoff Opportunity as 1-Loss BYU in Dramatic College Football Scenes

Five-loss team shockingly shares BYU’s playoff path, needing only a conference title win to reach the CFP amid chaos.

Jon Sumrall’s Florida Intel Makes $3M Head Coach a Serious Candidate to Replace Hugh Freeze

Jon Sumrall’s Florida connections and rising success make the $3 million coach a strong contender to replace Hugh Freeze.

What Happens if Auburn Beats Alabama? Can Crimson Tide Still Make Playoffs? SEC Championship & Playoffs Scenarios

Let's know everything about Alabama Crimson Tides chances to make it to the playoffs after loss against Auburn.

Urgent Vanderbilt Big Hurdle Follows Clark Lea’s Extension as Texas Win Confuses Playoffs Spot

Vanderbilt faces a tougher road after Clark Lea’s extension, while Texas’ win adds chaos to the already confusing playoff picture.

North Texas QB Has an Interesting Response to Coach as Eric Morris’ OSU Celebrations Continue

North Texas QB praises team focus and brushes off noise while Eric Morris’ OSU celebrations stir reactions across fans.

Michigan vs Ohio State 2025: Game Time, History, Records, How To Watch, Tickets And More

Ohio State vs Michigan rivalry game let's know everything from history to streaming platform before the kickoff.

Steve Sarkisian Warns CFP Committee of Unthinkable Action in Direct Playoff Message

Sarkisian calls out the CFP committee, saying Texas proved its strength against Ohio State in Week 1 and deserved a playoff spot.

Marcel Reed Strengthens Heisman Luck Thanks to Johnny Manziel’s Texas A&M Record

Marcel Reed revives Johnny Manziel-era magic as Texas A&M’s unbeaten road run boosts his late Heisman push and national hype.

Georgia HC Kirby Smart Confirms Drew Bobo Update Amidst Concerning Halftime Clip

Kirby Smart confirms Drew Bobo’s ankle-foot issue after alarming halftime clip, leaving Georgia fans anxious about postseason.
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