College Football writer
Kamran Ahmad is a College Football writer at EssentiallySports, covering rising stars on the Rookie Watch Desk and financial trends on the NCAA NIL Desk. He keeps a close eye on FBS programs to identify the game’s next breakout talents. This year, Arch Manning tops his list, though he’s also bullish on Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin. Kamran views football’s progression system as one of the most effective in sports and sees playoff expansion as a key step toward deeper, more competitive seasons.
Among his notable coverage are stories on Travis Hunter’s path to the Heisman, critical Week 1 matchups such as Clemson vs. LSU, and exclusive insights into players’ decisions and career milestones. Kamran’s work blends player evaluation, program analysis, and NIL developments, offering readers a forward-looking perspective on the future stars of college football.
“I Still Carry That Burden”: Jordan Travis Revisits Painful Memory of FSU’s 2023 Playoff Snub
Former FSU QB, Jordan Travis opens up on self-doubts after the program's playoff snub in 2023, stemming from his cause.
“Nobody Wants It”: ESPN’s Rece Davis Doesn’t Hold Back on NCAA Over Controversial Punt Rule Change
As collegiate coaches make their consensus clear on the NCAA's new punt rule, ESPN's Rece Davis blasts the governing body for the move.
Jordon Hudson Goes After NBC Journalist After Taking Stand For Bill Belichick Against CBS
North Carolina Tar Heels' head coach Bill Belichick's girlfriend goes after an NBC journalist after his report on the UNC head coach.
Dabo Swinney’s Clemson Built a Dynasty for a Sport That No Longer Exists.
Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney's reluctance to embrace NIL has become a doom for the Tigers as Swinney becomes a casualty of time.
“We Learn From It”: Michigan AD Addresses Lingering Fallout From Sherrone Moore Scandal
Michigan Wolverines' AD Warde Manuel breaks the silence on the Sherrone Moore scandal and outlines the program's path forward.
“I don’t belong”: ESPN’s Laura Rutledge Admits Major Self-Doubt Surrounding Her Broadcasting Career
ESPN's Laura Rutledge opens up on "self doubts" during big moments despite having a promising broadcasting career.
“We all need that”: Bill Belichick Reveals Why His Sons Are Part of UNC’s $12.5M Coaching Staff
North Carolina Tar Heels head coach opens up on hiring his two sons to his staff at UNC, despite nepotism criticism.
“It’s Funny…”: OSU Legend Makes Feelings Clear on Ryan Day’s Son Joining Big Ten Rival
Former Ohio State All-American grades Ryan Day's son's commitment to a Big 10 rival as he chooses comfort over chaos.
Shilo Sanders Not Ready to Give Up on NFL Career Even After Deion Sanders Said “It’s Over”
Colorado Buffaloes head coach's son, Shilo Sanders makes his intentions clear for an NFL comeback, after giving it all up.
PSU Legend Brandon Short Shares New Update on “Painful” Legal Battle After Daughter’s Tragic Death
Penn State legend, Brandon Short, issues a public statement 5 years after her daughter's loss as her killers are being brought to justice.
“Cranked Her Up”: Deion Sanders Reveals Shilo Almost Turned His Mother Against GF Karrueche
Colorado Buffaloes head coach's son Shilo cranks up his grandmother with a playful act revealing Coach Prime's secret.
“One of the Worst Mistakes”: Warren Sapp Admits He Nearly Quit Football for Another Sport
Former Colorado assistant and 4-time All-Pro, Warren Sapp, opens up about a life-changing moment that changed his career trajectory.
