Papiya Chatterjee

Papiya Chatterjee

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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.

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Deion Sanders Travels 1400+ Miles to Recruit 5′10″, 170-Lb Alabama Prospect

Deion Sanders travels over 1,400 miles to scout a 5-foot-10, 170-pound Alabama prospect, signaling strong recruiting interest.

Ohio High School Football Coach Dies at 90, After Serving Community for 32 Years

An Ohio high school coaching legend has passed away, leaving a powerful, multiple-decade-long legacy mentoring athletes in multiple sports.

Joey Aguilar Learns CFB Future With $1M at Stake After Suing NCAA Over Eligibility Crisis

Joey Aguilar awaits court ruling on NCAA lawsuit that could determine his 2026 eligibility and secure a potential $1M season.

Kirby Smart Set to Lose Key Defensive Mind, Who Helped Ex-Dawgs Star Jalen Carter to $12.5B NFL Team

Georgia coach Kirby Smart faces losing key defensive developer of Jalen Carter, to NFL-bound Dallas Cowboys.

Travis Hunter’s Brother Makes Career Announcement as Father Shares Three-Word Message

Travis Hunter’s brother announces next career step, drawing quick reaction as their father responds with a powerful three-word message.

Lane Kiffin Edges Out $87M Coach to Land 6’6, 290-lb OL Amid Strong SEC Push

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin secured a major commitment from a top player who was being pursued by multiple SEC programs.

Fernando Mendoza Gives New Career Update After Making Early Demands to Future Raiders HC

Fernando Mendoza updates on his new achievement and outlines offensive expectations for Raiders before his NFL journey starts.

Kyle Whittingham Makes Bryce Underwood Announcement to Continue Utah Tradition With Michigan

Kyle Whittingham brings Utah model to Michigan, letting players vote for captains and Leadership Council, empowering accountability.

“Whooped My A—” $28.5 M Ex-Oregon Coach Comes Clean on Curt Cignetti After Major Transfer Portal Gripe

Former Oregon coach admits Curt Cignetti outworked him, praising portal dominance after Indiana embarrassed his team twice badly.

Kyle Whittingham Attempts to Poach 2400-YD QB Who Is on Radar of SEC Team

Kyle Whittingham targets prolific 2,400-yard quarterback, challenging SEC interest as Michigan seeks offensive spark for future roster boost.

Huge Recruiting Momentum for Kirby Smart as 10 Elite Prospects Name Georgia Highly

Georgia surges on recruiting trail as Kirby Smart lands top consideration from 10 elite prospects nationwide ahead season.

Big Ten Rivals Hand Kyle Whittingham Double Heartbreak as Bryce Underwood Faces Uncertainty

Big Ten rivals land key blows as O-line concerns deepen, putting Kyle Whittingham’s plans and Bryce Underwood’s future at risk.