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Luke Hubbard is a NFL Analyst at EssentiallySports, recognized for his comprehensive coverage across the NCAA and NFL landscapes. An LSU graduate, Luke brings deep reporting experience as a writer for On SI, where he covers the Tennessee Titans, Michigan Wolverines, Baylor Bears, and Virginia Tech Hokies. Previously, he served as a contributing writer for Canal Street Chronicles at SB Nation, focusing on the New Orleans Saints since 2023. Luke has also provided in-depth LSU athletics reporting for Rivals and Athlon Sports, spanning football, basketball, baseball, and gymnastics. Luke’s journey in sports journalism began as a student intern in the LSU Athletic Communications Department, where he covered diverse sports including women’s volleyball. His bylines appear in major outlets such as Athlon Sports, SB Nation, and Sports Illustrated, earning him recognition for insightful analysis and versatile game coverage. In addition to his print and digital work, Luke has contributed content to publications like Death Valley Insider, BVM Sports, and Yardbarker. Luke loves sports and the stories behind them. From NFL clashes and college rivalries to the roar of Formula 1, he chases the action with both a reporter’s tenacity and a storyteller’s heart. Based in Louisiana, he brings hometown insight with a wider perspective, giving fans sharp analysis, inside scoops, and just enough personality to keep it fun.

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Chiefs Playoff Elimination and Shedeur Sanders’ Disastrous Performance Lead Key Takeaways From NFL Week 15

From a wide open AFC to Shedeur Sanders' poor performance, here are my 10 biggest takeaways from NFL Week 15.

NFL Week 15 Staff Picks and Predictions: Who Takes Home Some Pivotal Playoff Matchups?

The EssentiallySports NFL staff make their picks and predictions for a big NFL Week 15.

Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Advice on Puka Nacua, Ja’Marr Chase and Others for Week 15

Ranking the top 20 fantasy football wide receivers for the first round of the playoffs. Check and see if you agree!

Bills’ Wildest Tradition Just Became a Beer as Bud Light Makes Buffalo’s Snowstorms Drinkable

Bud Light paired up with the Bills to release a limited edition drink, Blizzard Brew, to celebrate one of the best traditions in sports.

Analyzing the AFC Playoff Contenders’ Biggest Weaknesses: Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers, Chargers’ Injuries & More

There are 10 AFC teams with a legitimate shot at making the playoffs. Here are each of their biggest weaknesses and how they can fix them.

Analyzing the NFC Playoff Contenders’ Biggest Weaknesses: Rams’ Secondary, Packers’ Consistency & More

There are 10 teams with a chance to make the NFC playoffs. Here are each one's biggest weakness and how (or if) they can fix it.

NFL Fantasy Football RB Rankings: Advice on Christian McCaffrey, Jahmyr Gibbs and Others for Week 15

With the fantasy football playoffs here for most leagues, I broke down the top 20 running backs for Week 15 of the NFL season.

NFL Fantasy Football QB Rankings: Advice on Joe Burrow, Josh Allen and Others for Week 15

For many of you, the fantasy football playoffs begin this week. Make sure you're making the right decision with your starting QB.

Browns Legend Bernie Kosar Hospitalized Again With Serious Health Setback Days After Liver Transplant

Cleveland Browns legend Bernie Kosar finds himself back in the hospital just weeks after having a liver transplant.

Philip Rivers Announces Final Unretirement Decision as QB Dictates Clear Gameplan to Colts & Shane Steichen

Philip Rivers is pumped up about the chance to play in the NFL again, and he claims he already knows how his first drive will go.

Does Philip Rivers Have Anything Left in the Tank For Colts? Just Ask Steve DeBerg

The Indianapolis Colts are working out a literal grandpa. How and why the team got here and what it means for Rivers' Hall of Fame candidacy.

2026 NFL Mock Draft Post Week 14: Raiders Select Fernando Mendoza While Shedeur Sanders Gets a New Weapon

With nine teams already eliminated from playoff contention, I mocked the top-10 picks in the draft to give their fans something to enjoy.
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