
Soheli Tarafdar is the Lead College Football Writer at EssentiallySports, anchoring the ES Marquee Saturdays Live NewsCenter. In this role, she leads real-time coverage on game days, delivering breaking news and insights as the action unfolds. Some of her most popular work has come from digging into locker room chatter and social media clues that reveal the stories behind the scoreboards. She joined EssentiallySports with a strong grasp of college football circuits and a genuine love for the game. What began as a fan’s voice has grown into a career shaped by sharp reporting and impactful storytelling. Soheli also continues to refine her voice as part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, helping drive a fan-first approach to football coverage.
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Lane Kiffin Proven Wrong Over Live Television Comment About LSU Transfer Portal
LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin lands in the hot seat after making a comment flexing Louisiana’s talent pool over Mississippi.

Lane Kiffin Announces Major Verdict on Whit Weeks’ Future After LSU LB Made ‘Weird Feelings’ Clear
LSU Tigers’ newly-appointed head coach Lane Kiffin made his feelings clear about Whit Weeks about the linebacker’s 2026 stint.

Georgia DC Confirms Future as Rumors to Michigan Take Over Playoffs Practice
With the college football playoffs knocking at the door, Georgia Bulldogs coach had to break the silence about his future in Athens.

Indiana OC Confirms Injury Report as Fernando Mendoza Tries to Prove Heisman Against Alabama
Curt Cignetti’s coach dropped a big update about the Indiana Hoosiers ahead of their face-off against Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Crimson Tide.

Injury Update for Las Vegas Bowl Hours Before Matt Rhule’s Nebraska Goes Against Utah
Big news drops in Matt Rhule’s camp for the Nebraska Cornhuskers’ player, who was bogged down by injury a few days ago.

Eli Drinkwitz Has a Plan for Gator Bowl as Recent Exit Raises Major Doubts for Mizzou
Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz dropped an update on how they are going to proceed with the Bowl game after a costly exit.

FOX Sports Reporter Calls Out Marcus Freeman Over Uncertain Notre Dame Career
College football analyst breaks the silence on Marcus Freeman’s future in the Notre Dame Fighting Irish camp amidst NFL buzz.

Ryan Day Is Using OSU Freshmen in Unexpected Roles for Cotton Bowl Prep Against Miami
Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day dived into the Cotton Bowl preparations by involving his freshmen for the Miami Hurricanes face-off.

Alabama WR Shares Prized Possession He Received From Patriots Legend
Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver gets a special gift from the New York Patriots legend after his heroic feat in the first round CFP game.

How Much Will Kyle Whittingham Earn From Michigan HC Job? Contract, Salary Details Revealed
As Kyle Whittingham is set to lead Michigan, discover his contract term, annual salary, and key details of the Wolverines’ new coaching deal.

Michigan Set on BYU’s Best, Thanks to New HC Kyle Whittingham’s Long-Standing Connection
With Michigan Wolverines head coaching search ending with Kyle Whittingham, the BYU Cougars’ coach ends up on Ann Arbor’s wishlist.

Connor Shaw Takes Noble Step to Send Emotional Message After Battling Serious Health Scare
South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback legend Connor Shaw takes up a noble challenge days after fighting a tough health battle.


