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Sritam Kumar Jena

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Sritam Kumar Jena is a copy editor and sports historian at PFSN. Previously, he worked as a NASCAR Primary Editor at EssentiallySports. Based in India, he was introduced to soccer at 14. He played as a goalkeeper for six years and tried every ball game he could get his hands on. At 22, he discovered the NFL ,“Football Played with Hands,” and began following Tom Brady, T.J. Watt, Maxx Crosby, and Aaron Rodgers. A lifelong Manchester United fan, he now finds his calling in Drake Maye and the Patriots. His eye for detail fuels his analytical approach to games.

‘He’s a Smart Kid’ — Derek Carr Calls for Chiefs To Draft ‘True Two-Phase Playmaker’ As Trent McDuffie’s Replacement

Derek Carr calls for the Kansas City Chiefs to draft a true two-phase playmaker to replace Trent McDuffie in the secondary.

‘Straight Heat,’ ‘Best in the Game’ — NFL World Reacts As Ravens Unveil Highly Anticipated New Uniforms

The Baltimore Ravens unveil their highly anticipated liquid amethyst and black uniforms, drawing praise from across the league.

‘Hard To Sleep at Night’ — Lions GM Brad Holmes Reveals the Positional-Need Trap That Ruins Draft Picks

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes reveals the positional-need draft trap that ruins picks and makes it hard to sleep at night.

NFL Insider Gives Harsh Reality Check to Garrett Nussmeier, Drew Allar Before 2026 Draft

NFL insider Albert Breer warns that quarterbacks Garrett Nussmeier and Drew Allar could fall out of the first two days of the upcoming draft.

‘Definition of Insanity’ — Browns Insider Slams Team’s Rumored Plan To Start Deshaun Watson Over Shedeur Sanders

Browns insiders heavily criticize rumored plans to start veteran Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders in the upcoming NFL season.

NASCAR Veteran Johnny Benson Reveals Tragic Death Behind Father’s Racing Career

NASCAR veteran Johnny Benson reveals how Sammy Sessions' tragic snowmobile death led to his father's Supermodified racing return.

Freddie Kraft Reveals Spotter Secret Fueling Rajah Caruth’s Rapid NASCAR Rise

Freddie Kraft reveals the spotter secret behind Rajah Caruth's rapid rise, detailing how his curiosity accelerated his growth.

Bubba Wallace’s Spotter Urges Cleetus McFarland to Avoid Trouble for Shot at Talladega Win

Bubba Wallace's spotter Freddie Kraft urges Cleetus McFarland to ride in the back to secure a potential Talladega win.

Bubba Wallace’s Spotter Calls Out Cleetus McFarland’s ‘Poor Decision’ in Rockingham O’Reilly Debut

Bubba Wallace spotter Freddie Kraft warns Cleetus McFarland must learn to race after a poor decision during his Rockingham debut.

Mark Martin Validates Cleetus McFarland’s Driving Talent After Surviving Rockingham Slides

Mark Martin credits Cleetus McFarland's driving talent after he survived multiple wild slides during his Rockingham debut.

Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin To Gain Crucial Track Time Ahead of Chicagoland Return

Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin will gain track time ahead of Chicagoland's return, which could help prepare for the summer.

Dennis Quaid’s ‘Old King’ Role Points to Richard Petty as ‘Thunder Road’ Blueprint

Richard Petty's historic racing roots could inspire Dennis Quaid's new character in AMC's upcoming Thunder Road series.

Dennis Quaid’s AMC Drama Thunder Road Would Give NASCAR Its Own Version of ‘Succession’

Dennis Quaid's new AMC drama Thunder Road could give NASCAR a red-state version of Succession centered on a dying racing dynasty.

Ty Dillon Applauds Cleetus McFarland’s Debut, Validating Richard Childress Deal

Ty Dillon applauds Cleetus McFarland's NASCAR debut at Rockingham, validating the Richard Childress Racing deal for the rookie.

Mike Wheeler’s Diary Exposes Early Financial Freezes for Denny Hamlin’s 23XI Racing

Mike Wheeler reveals the financial struggles and delayed start of Denny Hamlin's 23XI Racing through his personal diary.

Cleetus McFarland Admits to Racing Mistakes, Ignores Internet Critics to Confirm Talladega Return

Cleetus McFarland admitted to four spins at Rockingham but dismissed internet critics by confirming his Talladega return.

Squirrel McNutt Claims He and Cleetus McFarland Were Born for NASCAR After ARCA Top-10

Squirrel McNutt claims his and Cleetus McFarland's top-10 ARCA finishes at Rockingham prove YouTubers were born for NASCAR.

Rockingham O’Reilly Race Preview: What to Expect from “The Rock”

Previewing the Rockingham O'Reilly race, featuring Corey Day's pole, Cleetus McFarland's RCR debut, and JR Motorsports' streak.

Full Starting Lineup for NASCAR O’Reilly Race Today at Rockingham Speedway: Corey Day Leads Pack With First Pole

Corey Day secures his first pole position for the North Carolina Education Lottery 250 at Rockingham Speedway this Saturday.

Corey Heim Holds Off Kaden Honeycutt to Claim $150K Rockingham Victory Bonus

Corey Heim fended off TRICON teammate Kaden Honeycutt at Rockingham Speedway to secure a $150,000 Triple Truck Challenge payout.

Cleetus McFarland Needs a ‘Miracle’ to Finish Rockingham NASCAR O’Reilly Debut

Cleetus McFarland is making his O'Reilly Series debut at Rockingham, but veteran crew chief Rodney Childers doubts he will finish.

Jonathan Shafer’s Heavy Practice Crash Puts Rockingham Weekend in Jeopardy

Jonathan Shafer's heavy practice crash at Rockingham Speedway puts his weekend in jeopardy. The rookie driver will officially DNQ.

Kevin Harvick Calls Earnhardt Tragedy “Hardest Moment” That Changed NASCAR Safety

Kevin Harvick reflects on Dale Earnhardt Sr.'s tragic death and how the hardest moment in the sport changed safety forever.

‘King’ Richard Petty Blasts NASCAR’s Short Track Product After ‘Boring’ Martinsville Race

Richard Petty blasts the recent Martinsville race as a "boring operation," casting doubt on the entertainment value of short tracks.

Jeff Gordon’s Return to Stock Car Racing Elevates Charlotte Legends Event

Jeff Gordon confirms he will join the IROC field at the Heritage Invitational to race his 1998 winning car against legends.