Paul Finebaum Declares Alabama Dynasty Over, Says College Football Now Revolves Around Georgia
In a bold statement that has sparked debate across the college football landscape, ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum has declared the Alabama dynasty officially over, asserting that the sport now revolves around the Georgia Bulldogs. Finebaum, known for his outspoken views on the Southeastern Conference (SEC), made these remarks following another dominant season by Georgia under Head Coach Kirby Smart.
“Alabama’s reign is done,” Finebaum said during a recent broadcast. “They’ve had an incredible run, but the torch has been passed. College football now belongs to Georgia.”
Alabama, led by Nick Saban, has been the gold standard in college football for over a decade, capturing six national titles since 2009. However, Finebaum believes that Georgia’s recent success, including back-to-back national championships and a seemingly unstoppable recruiting machine, signals a seismic shift in the sport’s power structure.
“Kirby Smart has built a juggernaut in Athens,” Finebaum continued. “They have the talent, the coaching, and the momentum. Georgia is now the epicenter of college football, and everyone else, including Alabama, is chasing them.”
Finebaum’s comments come after a season where Alabama, despite being a perennial contender, failed to make the College Football Playoff, while Georgia continued to dominate. The Bulldogs’ success on the field has been matched by their prowess in recruiting, consistently landing top classes that have kept them at the forefront of the sport.
While some may argue that it’s premature to declare Alabama’s dominance over, Finebaum’s remarks underscore a growing sentiment that the balance of power in college football may indeed be shifting. As Georgia continues to rise, and Alabama faces increasing challenges, the question remains whether Saban and the Crimson Tide can reclaim their throne, or if the Bulldogs are truly the new kings of college football.
