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Maliha Akter

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Maliha is a college football and college basketball writer at PFSN. Before joining PFSN, she had a long tenure at SportsKeeda covering college football, where she enjoyed the freedom to self-publish her in-depth analyses. She also has experience writing about the NFL and NBA for multiple outlets. Maliha has been praised for her passion for deep dives and analytical storytelling. She is a huge fan of Lamar Jackson, and her all-time favorite player is Ricardo Kaká.

‘Lawyering Up’ — Insider Reveals Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech’s True Feelings on Gambling Scandal

Brendan Sorsby is in fear of losing his eligibility for the 2026 college football season due to the ongoing sports betting scandal surrounding him. The situation has been a major disappointment...

‘Make or Break Year’ — Luke Fickell Put on Thin Ice As Wisconsin Stares At $21.3M Dilemma

Luke Fickell's Wisconsin is hoping to compete in the Big Ten in the 2026 season and make a bowl game after missing two straight seasons. He is one of the most...

Steve Sarkisian Gets Worrisome Update on 5-Star WR Easton Royal Amid Lane Kiffin’s Push

Steve Sarkisian received the commitment of five-star wide receiver Easton Royal in November. Though Royal is still committed to the Longhorns, Lane Kiffin and his LSU staff are pushing hard to...

‘They Don’t Love Lane Kiffin’ — National Analyst Reveals LSU’s True Feelings on Their HC Amid $60M Report

One of the biggest storylines entering the 2026 season is how LSU will do in the first season of the Lane Kiffin era. Given his success at Ole Miss, the expectations...

‘That Wasn’t Yes’ — Brian Kelly Gets Honest on Lane Kiffin Winning Championship at LSU Amid $40M NIL Splash

Lane Kiffin didn’t win a national championship at Ole Miss, but many believe he can win one at LSU. Kiffin may not instantly enter the hot seat conversation if the Tigers...

‘He Dominated That’ — Dabo Swinney Issues Clarity on Clemson QB1 As Christopher Vizzina Put on Alert

Dabo Swinney's Clemson is coming off a disappointing 7-6 finish in 2025, its worst since 2010. There is huge pressure on Swinney to return to elite status, while the battle for...

‘Most Worried’ — Red Flag Raised on Josh Heupel’s Tennessee Amid QB Concerns

SEC analyst Paul Finebaum thinks Josh Heupel's Tennessee will face a challenging season in 2026 amid the uncertainty surrounding QB1.

‘Could Have Been Much More Worse’ — Paul Finebaum Identifies Kalen DeBoer’s Silent Weapon To Save His Alabama Tenure

SEC analyst Paul Finebaum mentions a key factor which is expected to aid Kalen DeBoer to save him from the hot seat rumor in the 2026 season.

Kalani Sitake Secures Major Recruiting Win As Elite 2027 CB Spurns 18 Schools for BYU

Kalani Sitake and his staff were lacking a defensive back commit in BYU's 2027 class. However, Sunday brought relief to the Cougars as they finally filled the void with an elite...

‘Will Never Be That Good’ — Alabama Nation Given Blunt Reality Check About Kalen DeBoer Amid QB Concerns

Alabama supporters are fresh off seeing their program reach the playoff just two years after the end of what may have been the greatest era in the sport’s history. Expectations are...

‘It’s Why Diego Pavia Is So Good’ — Insider Puts Jared Curtis on Alert Amid Vanderbilt QB1 Uncertainty

The Vanderbilt quarterback room is undergoing a massive shift following the departure of Diego Pavia to the NFL. The starting job for the 2026 season is expected to come down to...

‘With a Lot of Questions’ — Josh Heupel Given Tough Pill To Swallow Amid Faizon Brandon-George MacIntyre Battle

Josh Heupel's Tennessee is one of many schools having a tight quarterback competition for the 2026 season. Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre are seen as the main competitors for the Vols’...

‘Just More Hype Than Substance’ — Lane Kiffin Hit With Brutal Reality Check Amid LSU Schedule Doubts

LSU remains in the spotlight this offseason amid Lane Kiffin's arrival as the new leader. While many are already high on the Tigers due to Kiffin's track record of success at...

‘The Coach Is a Complete Fraud’ — SEC Analyst Sounds Off on Kalen DeBoer Amid New $87.5M Alabama Deal

Kalen DeBoer is heading into the 2026 season with high energy as Alabama locked him up for the long term with a massive $87.5 million contract extension. The contract will grant...

‘You See It on TV, We See It Every Day’ — Why Pete Golding Is Praising Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss’ Leadership

Ole Miss has one of the best leaders in the nation with Trinidad Chambliss. After Chambliss led the Rebels to the College Football Playoff semifinals in the 2025 season, Pete Golding...

‘Trying to Get Every Ounce Out of the Squeeze’ — Mike Elko Positions Texas A&M As SEC Powerhouse

Mike Elko's Texas A&M Aggies are coming off a historic college football season in 2025, as the team made the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history. The...

‘Fernando Mendoza Wouldn’t Be Anywhere Near That’ — CJ Carr Sends Blunt Message on Winning Heisman

With no quarterback battle going into the 2026 season, CJ Carr can fully concentrate on his development. Notre Dame fell short of making the playoff last year, and Carr didn’t stay...

‘She’s Not Leaving the Grandkids’ — Nick Saban Drops the Final Hammer on Coaching Comeback Rumors

Nick Saban retired after the 2023 season with successes at multiple stops. However, his name still surfaces every time a high-profile job opens up. Nick Saban Reveals Why He Won't Coach College...

5 Realistic Transfer QB Targets for Joey McGuire’s Texas Tech Amid Brendan Sorsby Drama

As Brendan Sorsby is checking into residential treatment for gambling addiction and facing a potentially permanent NCAA ban, head coach Joey McGuire's quarterback room is in a challenging position. Will Hammond...

Oregon Football Quietly Rising for 4-Star Alabama Safety As Kalen DeBoer, Alex Golesh Put on Alert

Dan Lanning is aiming to build another elite recruiting class in the 2027 cycle. Oregon already has 11 commitments in that group and is actively working to land more blue-chip prospects. Four-Star...

Lane Kiffin Identifies 5-Star LSU Defensive Weapon as a Future First-Round NFL Draft Pick

Lane Kiffin and his coaching staff have already had multiple chances this offseason to watch LSU players during over a dozen spring practices. A number of true freshmen are even taking...

‘It Wasn’t Jeremiyah Love’ — National Analyst Reveals How CJ Carr Rescued Marcus Freeman’s Notre Dame

The 2025 season was a breakout year for CJ Carr and Jeremiyah Love. Though it ended with the Irish narrowly missing the College Football Playoff, Love successfully made it to the...

‘You’ve Got To Pay This Guy’ — AJ McCarron Warns Alabama of Trap Amid Kalen DeBoer’s $87.5M Deal

Kalen DeBoer led Alabama to the College Football Playoff in the 2025 season. The Crimson Tide valued his success last season by giving him a contract extension last week. AJ McCarron Reacts...

Brendan Sorsby ‘Not Going to Play NCAA Football Again’ After Gambling Controversy, Says ESPN Source

Brendan Sorsby has stepped away from Texas Tech indefinitely to enter a residential treatment facility for a gambling addiction. This decision follows the revelation that he placed thousands of online bets...

‘High Six-Figures, Maybe Seven’ — Elite 2028 DL Names His Price As Oklahoma and 3 Other Schools Circle

Brent Venables' Oklahoma is strongly competing for four-star defensive lineman Kellan Hall, who he has begun working with an agent.