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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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Ryan Day Makes $15.3M Move to Avoid Another Chip Kelly Heartbreak at Ohio State

Head coach Ryan Day comes with a $15.3 million plan to keep his staff happy, after having lost Chip Kelly to the NFL.

Raiders Take Unexpected $30 Million Hit as Ravens Give Up on Maxx Crosby Trade

The Las Vegas Raiders fall into deep trouble as the Baltimore Ravens change their plans for Maxx Crosby in the last minute. 

Pete Golding Left Uneasy as Kalen Deboer Gains Edge to Land Ole Miss’ Blue-Chip Target

Ole Miss Rebels can feel the heat as one of Pete Golding’s most-coveted 2027 four-star targets is now leaning towards Alabama. 

Ryan Day Faces 3 SEC Roadblocks to Flip Joey McGuire’s Blue-Chip Commit

The recruiting battle heats up for Ryan Day's Ohio State Buckeyes as SEC heavyhitters now stand in their way to flip Joey Aguilar's recruit.

Brent Venables’ WR With Texas Past Shares Honest Rivalry Feelings After Leaving Steve Sarkisian’s Longhorns

Oklahoma WR Parker Livingstone put Steve Sarkisian on high alert ahead of their scheduled meetup in the 2026 season.

Hugh Freeze Pens Personal Note for Ex-Auburn QB Who Inked $67.5M Deal at Alabama Hero’s Expense

Hugh Freeze shared a heartfelt message for Malik Willis, who was signed by Miami in the wake of Tua Tagovailoa's departure.

Frustrated Greg Sankey Admits Brutal SEC Truth as He Makes Future Plans Clear

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey expressed his frustration and hinted at the drastic decision the conference might take if things go south.

Ryan Day’s Ohio State Predicted to Ink Jersey Patch Deal With $175M Behemoth After AD’s Limited Support

The Ohio State Buckeyes are running strong to land their first jersey patch deal as Ryan Day feels the pinch in the pocket.

HBCU Coach Backs Feelings Voiced by DeSean Jackson to Honor Deion Sanders’ Powerful Legacy

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders earned praise from an HBCU head coach months after DeSean Jackson’s spotlight.

Matt Campbell Poised to Avoid Another Jett Thomalla Heartbreak at Penn State; Yet Concerns Remain

Penn State Nittany Lions debut head coach Matt Campbell might avoid the Jett Thomalla past, but trouble still brews in Happy Valley.

Kenny Dillingham Gets Big Boost as NCAA Grants Sixth Year of Eligibility to ASU Star With Oklahoma Past

Arizona State Sun Devils receives a good news this offseason as Kenny Dillingham will now welcome one of their players for the sixth season.

Kirk Herbstreit’s Son Shares True Feelings on Kyle Whittingham’s Michigan Rebuild: “He’s Trying”

ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit’s son and Michigan Wolverines quarterback dropped a review about Kyle Whittingham’s impact in Ann Arbor. 
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