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.
“This Will be a Rule”: Jason Kelce’s Wife Kylie Confirms Taking Strict Measures to Protect Their Four Daughters From “Gross” Social Media
Kylie Kelce plans strict phone and social media rules for her four daughters, limiting internet access and protecting their privacy.
Scott Hanson Announces Major Update on NFL RedZone’s Week 10 Status Amid Uncertainty Following FAA Flight Disruptions
Scott Hanson updates NFL RedZone's Week 10 plans as FAA flight disruptions raise concerns about travel and Sunday's scheduled games.
NFL Shares Next Steps in Investigation Over Eagles’ Alleged Mishandling of Jalen Hurts’ Blood Clot Diagnosis
NFL outlines its investigation into allegations that the Eagles mishandled Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis, raising questions about team protocols.
“Truth Didn’t Save Me”: Mike Tomlin Recalls Being Investigated & Fined by NFL Over Controversial Incident Against Ravens
Mike Tomlin revisits the controversial Ravens incident, recalling the NFL investigation, $100,000 fine and his explanation of it all.
Eagles Legend Jason Kelce Calls for Drastic NFL Change That Could Upset Owner Jeffrey Lurie
Jason Kelce wants the Eagles to reconsider their jersey choices, arguing that Kelly Green deserves to be the primary color
Cowboys Hit With Massive Injury Crisis as 16 Players Land on Injury Report Ahead of 49ers Clash
The Cowboys have 16 players on their injury report, with several key starters facing uncertain availability ahead of their Week 10 matchup against the 49ers.
Ex-NFL QB Richard Todd’s Wife Arrested After Attacking Him With Pliers
Richard Todd’s wife was arrested after allegedly attacking the former NFL quarterback with pliers during a domestic dispute.
Neighbors’ Objections Fall Flat as Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift Secure Approval for Controversial Plans
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce secure approval for their revised landscaping plans despite objections from neighbors over privacy.
“Very Dirty, Very Smelly”: Travis Hunter’s Wife Leanna Gives Blunt Verdict on Paris After Jaguars’ International Game
Leanna Hunter shares her blunt reaction to Paris after Travis Hunter and the Jacksonville Jaguars' international game.
“Just Gotta Find One”: Colin Kaepernick Still Chasing NFL Return as He Hopes to Make One Owner “Crack”
Colin Kaepernick continues to pursue an NFL comeback, hoping an owner will give him another chance after nearly a decade away from football.
College Football’s $1.7 Billion Playoff Expansion: Who Wins and Who Loses?
College Football’s $1.7 Billion Playoff Expansion Could Create New Opportunities for Some Programs While Leaving Others Behind.
NFL Insider Pours Cold Water on Tony Romo’s Potential Next TV Deal This Season After His Appearance on CBS’ Rival Network
NFL Insider Casts Doubt on Tony Romo's TV Comeback This Season After Surprise Appearance on ESPN's Rival Broadcast
