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Paul Finebaum discusses SEC expectations for Lane Kiffin and Arch Manning

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Paul Finebaum discusses SEC expectations for Lane Kiffin and Arch Manning

Summary

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) Football Kickoff Media Days begin Monday in Tampa, Florida, marking the first time the event is held there. Paul Finebaum, an ESPN analyst, shares insights on expectations for Lane Kiffin's first year at LSU, saying making the college football playoff is critical. He expresses concerns over Shane Beamer at South Carolina, highlighting the pressure on him after recent years. Finebaum also notes the SEC's title drought since 2022 as significant. On Arch Manning, he describes him as a generational talent, commenting on the slim chance he remains in college after this season.

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By the Numbers

•SEC Media Days start Monday in Tampa, Florida.
•Finebaum expects Kiffin to aim for the college football playoff.
•Shane Beamer's job security is questioned after poor performance.
•The SEC has not won a national title since 2022.
•Arch Manning is projected to leave college football by season's end.

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1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Finebaum on early expectations for Lane Kiffin, the SEC’s title drought, and Arch Manning

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It’s that time of year again. Southeastern Conference Football Kickoff Media Days kick off on Monday and run through Thursday. The location is new. For the first time ever, the event will be held in Tampa, Florida. But fan expectations remain the same. They are always extremely high for the conference, which gave rise to…
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