College sports are filled with numerous and unique traditions. But one of the few that ties all college sports fans together will lose a cornerstone piece. ESPN College GameDay's Lee Corso is saying goodbye to the show that's prepared millions of fans on Saturday mornings for nearly 40 years.
Lee Corso retires from ESPN College GameDay
In an article from ESPN published Thursday, Corso gave a heartstring-tugging comment on his time with the Emmy-winning show. "My family and I will be forever indebted for the opportunity to be part of ESPN and College GameDay for nearly 40 years," Corso said. "I have a treasure of many friends, fond memories, and some unusual experiences to take with me into retirement."
Corso, known for his headgear segment during each show's game pick, will leave at the age of 90. But regardless of age, his witty comebacks and outrageous stunts never failed to bring smiles each and every Saturday.
Of course, Razorbacks fans may remember the last time GameDay chose to host the show in Fayetteville in 2006. No. 11 Arkansas was set to take on No. 13 Tennessee.
When the time came for Corso to give his prediction, he proudly donned the massive Arkansas Razorback mascot head, turning to the crowd for a roaring round of cheers from exalted Hog fans. It's now become one of the most popular gifs among "Hog Twitter" members.
𝑳𝒆𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒅. Enjoy retirement, Coach Corso 🐗❤️ pic.twitter.com/IW766x4t4X
— Arkansas Razorback Football (@RazorbackFB) April 17, 2025
Before Corso joined ESPN, he spent 28 years as a coach at the collegiate and professional levels.