Paul Finebaum is one of the most recognizable analysts in college football. He has been a big part of ESPN’s college football coverage for years, but he is considering making a change. According to a report from Front Office Sports, Finebaum is close to making the jump from ESPN to national politics. he is reportedly considering a run for the U.S. Senate as a Republican in Alabama.
“Paul Finebaum is “very close” to leaving ESPN to jump into national politics, sources tell FOS. Finebaum, who is considering a run for the U.S. Senate as a Republican in Alabama, is waiting to make a decision on his political future until after the college football season.”
Paul Finebaum is “very close” to leaving ESPN to jump into national politics, sources tell FOS.
Finebaum, who is considering a run for the U.S. Senate as a Republican in Alabama, is waiting to make a decision on his political future until after the college football season.
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) November 13, 2025
Finebaum first spoke about the possibility of moving to politics in September. He appeared on “Outkick” and spoke about how the assassination of Charlie Kirk made him rethink his life priorities.
“One or two people in Washington had reached out to me about whether I would be interested in politics, something I never thought about before. Something I didn’t really think possible,” Paul Finebaum said. “I gave some thought to it as the weekend [after Kirk’s murder] unfolded and got a little bit more interested.”
Paul Finebaum Has Been Part of ESPN’s National College Football Coverage Since 2013
If Paul Finebaum decides to leave ESPN to pursue a career in politics, it would mean a big change for ESPN’s college football coverage. He has been part of ESPN’s national coverage since 2013. These days, he is most known for his coverage on “The Paul Finebaum Show.”
If Finebaum decides to pursue a political career, it likely means he needs to leave ESPN soon. The next Senate election cycle is in 2026, with elections taking place in November that year. As a result, he will need to prepare for his campaign as soon as possible.
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