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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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Job Pressure Forces Wisconsin HC Luke Fickell to Make Desperate Move

Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell’s desperate move after the 2026 season comes with a big test for him.

25YO Virginia QB Sues NCAA for 7th Season as Urban Meyer’s Dire College Football Warning Haunts the NCAA

NCAA gets dragged to the court by Virginia quarterback for an extra year of eligibility amidst Urban Meyer’s reality check. 

Kyle Whittingham Hit With Troubling News as Matt Campbell Attempts to Poach 255lb Michigan OL Commit

Michigan's new head coach, Kyle Whittingham, dealt with tough news as Matt Campbell now has eyes on one of the Wolverines’ commits.

Mario Cristobal Uses Carson Beck Joke in Taunt Exchange With Kirby Smart

Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal pesters Georgia Bulldogs’ head coach Kirby Smart, using their quarterback, Carson Beck. 

Where Every Coach From Sherrone Moore’s Michigan Staff Ended Up in 2026

Find out where every coach from Sherrone Moore’s Michigan Wolverines’ staff landed and will be coaching in the 2026 season. 

Steve Sarkisian Drops Bold Cam Coleman Take for Ryan Wingo as Arch Manning Awaits Big Offensive Update

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian made his feelings clear about Auburn Tigers transfer wide receiver Cam Coleman. 

Mike Elko’s Texas A&M Faced With SEC, Big 10 Hurdle to Land 6’4, 290-LB Blue Chip Prospect

Texas A&M Aggies road to land 6’4, 290-lb hot target gets tough as Mike Elko now faces competition from SEC and Big Ten programs.

Ryan Day’s Julian Sayin Verdict Puts 134 FBS Teams on Alert After OSU QB’s Transformation Shocks Fans

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day drops a bold statement for their quarterback Julian Sayin as a crucial season awaits him.

Mario Cristobal Faces Immediate Threat From SEC Powerhouse to Land 5-Star Miami Target, per Insider

Miami Hurricanes are now on high alert as Mario Cristobal’s hot five-star target is now receiving a hard push from an SEC program.

Heartbroken High School Athlete With Zero Offers Earns Major Milestone; Pens “Grateful” Note

The athlete who went unnoticed coming out of high school dropped an interesting update about his career, followed by an inspiring message.

Support Pours in for USF Staffer’s Family as 11-Year-Old Daughter Battles Rare Cancer

The football world comes together to support the USF's head coach’s daughter, who is fighting a battle against a rare cancer.  

Why Georgia Hero’s Son With 30+ Offers Turned Down Kirby Smart for Marcus Freeman’s Notre Dame

Georgia Bulldogs’ legend’s son, who once held more than 30 offers, revealed the reason behind his commitment to Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
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