Senior College Football Writer
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.
“RIP”: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels’ Mom Mourns Death of a Close Family Member
Jayden Daniels' mother, Regina Jackson, mourns her grandmother's passing as fans send heartfelt condolences and support to the family.
“Makes No Sense”: Browns Legend Strongly Opposes Shedeur Sanders Trade Rumors Amid QB Competition With Deshaun Watson
Joe Thomas is not very keen on Cleveland trading Shedeur Sanders, who is still going toe-to-toe with Deshaun Watson in the QB1 race.
WNBA Star Receives Death Threats After Punching Caitlin Clark, Urges Authorities To Protect Her
WNBA star reveals death threats after Caitlin Clark incident, urging stronger protection for players' safety and well-being.
“You Are So Corporately Owned”: NFL Author Blasts ‘Soulless’ Michael Strahan for Ignoring Football-ALS Link in Chris Johnson Interview
Jeff Pearlman criticizes Michael Strahan for ignoring football ALS link in Chris Johnson interview coverage controversy debate.
Controversial VAR Decision Causes 4th Biggest FIFA World Cup Knockout Upset; Eases USMNT’s Path
A controversial VAR decision sparked Germany's shock exit, creating FIFA World Cup history and slightly easing the USMNT's knockout path.
NFL Team Suffers $11M Loss After Releasing Arrested Athlete
NFL Team Suffers $11M Loss After Releasing Arrested Athlete Sparks Controversy Over Cap Hit and Legal Fallout.
Bodycam Footage Catches Dianna Russini Using Kevin O’Connell’s Name to Get Out of a Ticket While Disrespecting Vikings QB JJ McCarthy
Bodycam footage shows Dianna Russini mentioning Kevin O'Connell during a traffic stop and criticizing Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
“I’m the Biggest Idiot in the World”: Former Cowboys Player Reveals How a Golfing Accident Led to Bill Parcells Cutting Him
Former Cowboys lineman Ross Tucker reveals how a golf lesson injury convinced Bill Parcells to cut him from the team.
Nick Saban Calls Terrion Arnold an “Exceptional Character” in Letter to Florida Judge After Lions Release
Nick Saban backs Terrion Arnold's character in a letter to a Florida judge after the Lions release the cornerback.
Two Golf Champs Face Off at One Hole for $3.6 Million After Rain Delay Forces a Monday Morning Clash
Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland battle for $3.6 million after rain delays the Travelers Championship until Monday's playoff showdown.
Visa Restrictions Force Iran Football Team to Travel at 4AM After Late Night World Cup Exit
Visa restrictions force Iran's football team into exhausting 4 a.m. travel after heartbreaking World Cup exit and tournament elimination.
Patrick Mahomes Suffers Setback at ESPYS Awards For Second Consecutive Year After Disappointing Chiefs Season
Patrick Mahomes misses ESPYS nomination for second straight year after injury-hit 2025 season and the Chiefs' disappointing 6-11 finish.
