There was a time when Paul Finebaum was the biggest supporter of Texas and Arch Manning in the college football landscape. It is safe to say those days are over.

Finebaum, who entered the season calling Manning his Heisman favorite, declared that he is officially “out” on the Texas quarterback after Week 3 of the 2025 college football season. After three lackluster performances to begin the year, the outspoken analyst does not believe that Manning has what it takes to lead a national championship-winning team in 2025.

“Listen, I'm not bright, but I'm not the stupidest person on the face of the Earth,” Finebaum said on SportsCenter, via On3 Sports. “I'm out. Okay? Count me out. I gave it a shot. It blew up. I like Arch. He's going to be a great player someday. Maybe some year, but not

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