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.
“I Cussed Myself”: Ex-Cowboys HC Admits Fault in Jerry Rice’s Game-Changing TD in NFC Championship Loss to 49ers
Barry Switzer reflects on his costly decision against the 49ers, his Cowboys legacy, relationship with Jerry Jones, and Ring of Honor hopes.
“I’d Be Really Surprised”: Chiefs Legend Makes Feeling Clear on Justin Tucker Replacing Harrison Butker Amid Kicker Struggles
Bill Maas expresses doubt over Justin Tucker replacing Harrison Butker as Kansas City continues to deal with kicking struggles.
Backlash Mounts Against Jameson Williams for Demanding 2,000 Euros for Returning Person’s Lost ID in Germany
Jameson Williams faces backlash after reportedly demanding 2,000 euros to return a person's lost ID in Germany.
Kyle Shanahan Addresses Mac Jones’ Failed Trade Away From 49ers & Compares Backup QB to Sam Darnold
Kyle Shanahan discusses Mac Jones’ failed trade and why the 49ers backup QB reminds him of now-Super Bowl winner Sam Darnold.
Jerry Jones Urged to Make Decision on Firing Cowboys Coaches if Dallas Loses to 49ers in Week 10 Clash
Jerry Jones faces growing pressure to consider coaching changes as the Cowboys' playoff hopes suffer ahead of their 49ers clash.
Eagles Issue Statement After Team’s Head Internist of Two Decades Unexpectedly Passes Away
The Philadelphia Eagles mourn former head internist Dr. Gary Dorshimer, who served the organization for nearly two decades.
“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.