NFL Writer
Krushna Pattnaik is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports, covering the league across news, roster moves, and team developments. With a medical background, he brings particular depth to stories around player injuries, medical suspensions, and health-related developments. As a Senior Writer, he honed his editorial skills through the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program.
Before moving to the NFL beat, Krushna spent three years at EssentiallySports covering MMA and Olympic sports, working across prediction pieces, live event assignments, and beat reports. With five years of personal training in Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, and taekwondo, he brought a practitioner's perspective to his fight coverage. He also briefly contributed to the ES YouTube team.
His work earned external recognition, including a nod from Conor McGregor, and one of his pieces was featured on Brendan Schaub's podcast.
Andy Reid Announces Bad News on Patrick Mahomes Starting During Chiefs Preseason Games
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid takes a concerning decision around Patrick Mahomes' role in the preseason opener.
Jahmyr Gibbs Opens Up on “Extremely Stressful” Negotiations in Honest Message to Detroit
Following a period of intense negotiations with the Detroit Lions, Jahmyr Gibbs shares an interesting message for his team.
Cowboys Sign UFL Rushing Leader To Bolster Dak Prescott’s Offense Amid Training Camp
A UFL rushing champion is headed to Dallas. Find out how this new addition could shake up the Cowboys' backfield behind Dak Prescott.
Kirk Cousins Grabs Maxx Crosby’s Jersey As Heated Exchange Breaks Out at Raiders Training Camp
Las Vegas Raiders training camp ends with an altercation as Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby entered a heated exchange.
KNBR Issues Statement Changing Its Stance on Greg Papa’s Firing Following His Cancer Battle
KNBR releases an official statement with a different stance days after laying off Greg Papa from the radio show.
“I Don’t Try To Compare Myself”: Haynes King Reveals Whether He Deserves the Same Respect As Carson Beck After Panthers Win
Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Haynes King makes an interesting statement regarding his comparisons with his Cardinals counterpart.
Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur Gives Verdict on Carson Beck’s Debut Performance at Hall of Fame Game
Mike LaFleur shares his views on Carson Beck's performance at the Hall of Fame Game against the Caroline Panthers.
“My Professional Idol”: Mike Tomlin Pays Special Tribute to Fired NBC Analyst on NFL TV Debut
Mike Tomlin brings in special praise for his "professional idol" who helped him lauch his coaching career in the NFL.
“I Completely Pulled Both Hamstrings”: Panthers Legend Steve Smith Sr. Reveals How Flag Football Ended His Comeback Bid After Retirement
Former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. reveals the one incident that shut all doors for his possible comeback.
“You Hated Him”: Mike Tomlin Makes Strong Case for Steelers Legend’s Hall of Fame Induction
Mike Tomlin takes a strong stance in favor of a former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver's Hall of Fame induction.
“I Don’t Think He’s Coming Back”: Aaron Donald Won’t Come out of Retirement for Rams Despite Working Out, Says NFL Analyst
An NFL analyst doesn't believe in Aaron Donald's comeback story even after he worked out with the Los Angeles Rams.
“Everyone Wants To Be Travis & Taylor”: Justin Herbert Called Out After Madison Beer Turns Up at Chargers Camp
Justin Herbert and Madison Beer get under fire as a seemingly harmless moment draws hilarious jibes from national TV hosts.
