ESPN’s Paul Finebaum Flags ‘Whispering Campaign’ Against Kalen DeBoer as Alabama Faces Do-or-Die LSU Test

Taking over a program once led by Nick Saban hasn’t been an easy road for Kalen DeBoer. Alabama’s season has taken a worrying turn after back-to-back losses, with the latest being a 26-10 defeat to Tennessee. The result has intensified scrutiny on DeBoer as frustrated fans question the program’s direction and speculation about his future continues to grow. ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum has identified a deeper issue: a calculated campaign against the Alabama head coach. “I’m sure you hear the same things,” Finebaum said on The Paul Finebaum Show podcast .