Kirk Herbstreit favors Trinidad Chambliss over Arch Manning for CFB 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Kirk Herbstreit named Trinidad Chambliss from Ole Miss as his pick for the face of college football in 2026, instead of Arch Manning. Herbstreit praised Chambliss for both his talent on the field and his engaging personality off it. Chambliss and the Ole Miss squad are scheduled to play their first game of the season against Louisville on September 6, 2026. This discussion comes as anticipation builds for the upcoming college football season, where Manning is often highlighted in media coverage.
- •Kirk Herbstreit is an ESPN college football analyst.
- •He discussed college football figures on The Pat McAfee Show.
- •Chambliss is praised for his personality and talent.
- •Ole Miss will open its season against Louisville on September 6.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kirk Herbstreit doesn't think Arch Manning will be face of CFB in 2026
"The ESPN college football analyst brought up a different name when discussing the face of college football.
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