ESPN’s Lee Corso Makes Final College GameDay Appearance After 38 Seasons

Lee Corso, the beloved ESPN "College GameDay" analyst and former college football coach, is set to retire after his final show at Ohio State, concluding a remarkable 38-plus year tenure on the program. The 90-year-old has been a staple of the show since its debut in 1987, known especially for his iconic mascot headgear picks initiated in 1996, where he boasts an impressive 66.5 percent success rate over 430 predictions, including a perfect 17-0 record when picking USC. Corso’s journey has been marked by memorable moments, including a stroke in 2009 after which colleague Kirk Herbstreit became a subtle but supportive presence on-air. The tradition of Corso donning mascot heads began with some initial hesitation from Ohio State but quickly became a signature and beloved feature of the show. Fellow analysts and fans have celebrated Corso’s impact on college football broadcasting, highlighting both his comedic flair and deep knowledge of the game. His final headgear pick will take place during the highly anticipated Texas vs. Ohio State matchup, wrapping up a legendary career.