September 1, 2025

College football fans were treated to an emotional and unforgettable weekend as ESPN’s College GameDay said goodbye to the legendary analyst Lee Corso. The show aired from Columbus, Ohio, on August 30, spotlighting Corso's remarkable career that has made Saturdays special for decades. Lee Corso, now 90, first sparked joy by wearing the Brutus Buckeye head on the show back in 1996 at Ohio Stadium. Almost 30 years later, his journey ended in the same city, making the farewell even more touching. The tributes started pouring in, lighting up social media! NBA superstar LeBron James, an Ohio native from Akron, posted a heartfelt video on Instagram, saying, "We will all miss you man." This came right as ESPN ran a special celebrating Corso’s amazing career. Not to be left behind, actress Gabrielle Union, wife of ex-Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade, shared her own shoutout on Instagram. Featuring the Nebraska Huskers, she called Corso "Iconic" and added a three-word tribute in the comments: "GO BIG RED." The Nebraska Huskers’ official page also highlighted Union’s salute, showing just how far Corso’s influence stretched beyond football fans. During the farewell show, the air was thick with emotion. Kirk Herbstreit, Corso’s longtime co-host, called the day "storybook," while anchor Rece Davis called it "a real blessing" to honor Corso "feeling great, doing great, and excited for a game." One of Corso’s signature moments is picking games by donning mascot heads. He wore his very first Brutus Buckeye head in 1996 and chose an incredible 69 different mascots over the years, wearing Brutus 45 times! His game prediction success stood at a strong 66.5%, even better than his coaching record of 73-85-6 with Louisville, Indiana, and Northern Illinois. Fans packed Ohio Stadium, cheering loudly as Corso wore the Brutus head for the last time. Social media exploded with highlights connecting big-hearted tributes from stars like LeBron and Gabrielle directly back to the legend who defined Saturday college football. Even at 90, Corso’s energy and passion sparked joy for millions. From basketball courts to Hollywood sets, from college football fields to social media streams, everyone said thanks to the man who made College GameDay much more than just a show—it became a Saturday tradition full of heart and fun.

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