Paul Finebaum (born July 26, 1955) is an American sports author, former columnist, and television-radio personality. His primary focus is sports in the Southeast United States.

1 day ago · After reports broke that several SEC schools had hired new head football coaches, ESPN's Paul Finebaum and Matt Barrie took aim at one athletic director who they believe …

Paul Finebaum—a longtime sports talk radio host known by many as the leading sports authority in the South and the “Voice of the SEC’’—joined ESPN in August 2013 as host of the The Paul …

Sep 8, 2024 · In a devastating turn of events, the sports world is mourning the sudden and tragic loss of Paul Finebaum, the iconic sports commentator and radio host, who passed away …

Kiffin has made his move to depart Oxford, officially inks contract with the LSU Tigers amid unprecedented decision.

Feb 11, 2025 · Paul Finebaum and his wife, Linda, recently purchased a home in Birmingham, Alabama, and are set to move back after nearly 12 years away.

Jul 15, 2025 · Former House Speaker Paul Ryan has stopped Finebaum on the Mall in Washington to ask him about Wisconsin football. A birthday trip for Linda to New York to watch …

Feb 10, 2025 · In August, Finebaum and ESPN agreed on a multi-year contract extension. His role as host of “The Paul Finebaum Show” and as a commentator on “SEC Nation” have …

Nov 25, 2025 · Paul Finebaum, the longtime ESPN host and veteran Birmingham, Ala., college football commentator, is seriously considering entering the Republican primary to replace …

After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Finebaum found his way to Birmingham in 1980 and became an award-winning columnist and investigative reporter for the Birmingham …