Could 70-year-old Paul Finebaum pull off one of the most unexpected pivots in Alabama politics, moving from ESPN commentator to Republican Senate contender?

His past remarks may come back to haunt him, and questions about age will surely surface, but he hasn’t ruled out jumping in.

If he does, Finebaum’s years of live, combative radio and TV debate could equip him to weather the blowback and defend his record.

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.