ESPN’s Paul Finebaum is high onArch Manning, obviously, and offered a bold prediction ahead of the Week 1 matchup between Texas and Ohio State. In a new ESPN segment dubbed “Crystal Paul,” Finebaum looked into the future.

Arch Manning and Texas are the early favorites to emerge victorious in the College Football Playoff. According to DraftKings Sportsbook, Texas has the highest odds to win a national title at +550. Ohio State follows close behind at +600, while Penn State owns the third-best odds at +700.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Arch Manning’s first snap against Ohio State football was successful but short-lived.