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Soheli Tarafdar is our Lead College Football Writer at EssentiallySports, anchoring the ES Marquee Saturdays Live NewsCenter. For the past two seasons, she has broken locker room rumors, decoded cryptic posts, and unpacked the behind-the-scenes drama shaping the college football world. A firm believer in the Joel Klatt school of thought, she echoes his belief: "You either love football, or you love being a football player." Soheli is currently part of the ES Journalistic Excellence Program, where an elite group of writers are trained to uncover the Unique, Unusual, and Untold in new-age sports journalism.

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Kirk Herbstreit Forced to Clarify Bill Belichick Disrespect as X Clears Air on Jordon Hudson’s Ring

Kirk Hebstreit’s slip while commentating goes viral as Bill Belichick’s North Carolina hit the gridiron against the TCU Horned Frogs.

Mississippi State’s Jeff Lebby Sends Personal Note to Fans After Crucial Injury Update on Multiple Starters

Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby calls for the attention of the Bulldogs fans before their face-off against Arizona State.

Michael Jordan Caught on Camera Celebrating as Vintage Bill Belichick Starts off UNC Era With Early TD

Celebration time for Bill Belichick as Michael Jordan could not keep calm after North Carolina’s first touchdown.

Ex-UNC HC Comes Clean on Bill Belichick’s $13M Luxury at Program; Which He Never Had

Former North Carolina head coach shared his thoughts about his successor, Bill Belichick, being luckier to inherit a better program.

“Nobody’s Scared”: Ex-QB Who Beat Nick Saban’s Alabama Doubles Down on Thomas Castellanos’ Blunt Remarks

Ex-QB walks Thomas Castellanos’ path after his fiery comments, adding fuel to Alabama Crimson Tide’s growing struggles post-Nick Saban era

Sherrone Moore Forced to Take Official Stand as Brent Venables’ Oklahoma Gains Big Advantage 

Trouble looms in the Michigan squad as Sherrone Moore takes up a firm stand against a penalty during their season opener.

Brent Venables Reveals Emotional Reason for Pay Cut After Earning $27M as Oklahoma HC

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables opens up about the thoughts that propelled him to be the bigger person and take a pay cut.

Curt Cignetti Puts Indiana Locker Room on Strong Notice After Fernando Mendoza Faces the Heat

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti comes with a strong message for his boys, even after sealing a 27-14 victory against Old Dominion

Kalen DeBoer Gives Ryan Williams Injury Update as He Questions Crucial Ty Simpson Decision

The 2025 season opener comes with a blow for Kalen DeBoer’s squad as Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver falls prey to injury.

Texas A&M Athlete Shows up in Crutches at Kyle Field After Mike Elko Announced Long-Term Injury

A tough time looms for the Texas A&M Aggies as Mike Elko’s star walks in during their 2025 season opener, supported by crutches.

Kirby Smart Forced to Fulfill Wife’s Taylor Swift Demand at Georgia Practice After Travis Kelce Engagement

Kirby Smart reveals how his wife’s Swiftie excitement over Travis Kelce's engagement spilled onto Georgia’s football practice

Who Are the Announcers for Mississippi State vs Southern Miss Week 1 College Football Game

Catch the full broadcast crew breakdown for Mississippi State vs Southern Miss as Week 1 action kicks off with fresh commentary voices
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