Paul Finebaum has been a mainstay of college football in the South for over 20 years. He is sometimes beloved, sometimes hated by SEC fans, but always respected.
In a recent interview with Outkick, Finebaum announced he is considering stepping back from college football and into U.S. politics. More specifically, the U.S. Senate seat that will be vacated by Tommy Tuberville in 2026.
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