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.
Former Army Football Staffer Suspended For Gambling Over $500K in College Sports
Former Army football staff member suspended after shocking gambling scandal involving more than $500,000 in college sports bets.
5-Star Miami Target Goes Viral for Throwing Away Hat of Program He Just Committed To
Five-star recruit shocks fans with dramatic hat fake-out before revealing commitment in one of football’s wildest moments.
2026 NFL Schedule Released: Netflix Ruins a Thanksgiving Game, International Problems, & More
2026 NFL schedule features Netflix exclusive games, Thanksgiving changes, international travel issues, and fan backlash over access.
Madonna and Shakira Headline World Cup’s First-Ever Half-Time Show — and That Too for Free
Madonna, Shakira and BTS will headline FIFA’s first-ever World Cup halftime show for free at the 2026 final.
Golf Pro Penalized by PGA Championship Officials Even Before He Starts Playing. It Cost Him the Lead
PGA Championship officials penalized a golfer before play even began, costing him momentum and the tournament lead.
Oregon Announces Another Major Budget Cut as Total Reduction Nears $100M in One Year
Oregon faces another huge budget cut, pushing total reductions near $100 million amid growing financial pressure and enrollment concerns.
Ohio State vs Michigan Game Will Lose All Its Value in New Playoff Expansion Setting: Paul Finebaum
Paul Finebaum and Mike Greenberg said Ohio State–Michigan rivalry would lose value if College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams.
OSU Lineman Who Played Under 3 Different OCs Shares Arthur Smith’s Demands for ‘Violence’ From the Team
Ohio State lineman reflects on playing under three OCs while sharing Arthur Smith’s demand for violent, physical football.
Deion Sanders Goes After Reggie Williams’ Son, A Week After Luring Cowboys Legend’s Son
Colorado continues recruiting NFL legends’ sons as Deion Sanders aggressively looks to build for the future with another high-profile target.
What Comes Next for Tiger Woods as Florida Judge Ruling Forces Him to Release Private Drug Records as DUI Case Escalates
Tiger Woods faces mounting legal pressure after a judge orders the release of private prescription records in a DUI investigation.
Texas A&M RB Retires, 4 Days After Signing for Dolphins and Securing $258K Guaranteed
Young NFL rookie unexpectedly retires days after signing lucrative contract, ending football dream shortly after reaching the league.
A Tragic Day in the NBA as 29-Year-Old Star and Its First Openly Gay Player Pass Away Within Hours of Each Other
The NBA faces a heartbreaking day as two beloved figures pass away hours apart, leaving fans and players devastated worldwide.
