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.
“Still Miss Football”: Auburn Legend Cam Newton Makes Retirement Statement Five Years After His Last Pro Football Game
Cam Newton reflects on missing football five years after retiring while focusing on media and business success.
“Football Is Not A Career”: Lane Kiffin Makes Priorities Very Clear For LSU Athletes
Lane Kiffin emphasizes discipline, life preparation, and long-term thinking, reminding LSU athletes football careers are short-lived.
Colorado Football Records Big 12 Embarrassment Under Deion Sanders
Colorado faces Big 12 struggles under Deion Sanders, highlighting inconsistency, pressure, and growing program challenges.
Michigan Lands Nation’s No. 1 Kicker Before Any Other Program Could Even Make an Offer
Michigan secures the nation’s top kicker early, committing before rival programs had opportunities to extend offers themselves.
Playing Your Favorite Game Has Now Become a Luxury — The Harsh Truth Behind Rising Expenses in Sports
Rising costs in youth sports make participation expensive, limiting access and turning games into a financial burden.
NCAA Faces Fresh Lawsuit That Would Remove Revenue-Sharing Restrictions in 17 States
A new antitrust lawsuit has the governing body under scrutiny over putting limitations on a player's rights to earn revenue.
‘Paying Under the Table’: Anonymous P4 GM Reveals College Football’s Latest Illegal Recruiting Loophole
Anonymous Power Four GM reveals how schools allegedly fund unofficial recruiting visits, exposing growing concerns over NCAA enforcement.
Major Update for Mario Cristobal’s QB Commit Helps Miami Rank Above Every FBS Program But One
Israel Abrams' commitment boosts Mario Cristobal's teams ranking to No. 2 nationally, trailing only Texas A&M in recruiting rankings.
With Saudi Lifeline Gone, LIV Golf Is Ready to Take Radical Steps But Is It Worth the Effort?
With Saudi funding ending, LIV Golf explores drastic survival plans, but questions remain over long-term viability.
The Americanization of the World Cup: From People’s Game to Premium Product
Is FIFA World Cup 2026 for fans or revenue? Rising prices, premium experiences, and profits fuel debate worldwide.
Golden Tempo: Horse, Handler, and the Hidden Economy of Racing
Golden Tempo reveals racing’s hidden economics, betting shifts, trainer strategy, and the changing digital wagering landscape.
Oklahoma State’s First Black Coach Dies at 77
Former Oklahoma State coach and trailblazer John Smith dies at 77, leaving behind a historic legacy in college sports.