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Lee Corso to Retire From ESPN's 'College GameDay' After Nearly 40 Years

The legendary broadcaster will make his final headgear pick during the show's August 30, 2025, broadcast as ESPN plans tributes to honor his iconic career.

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Oct 7, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; ESPN personality Lee Corso before the game between the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Lee Corso, a cornerstone of ESPN's 'College GameDay' since 1987, announced his retirement effective after the August 30, 2025, broadcast, marking the end of an era for college football coverage.
  • Corso, known for his signature headgear picks since 1996, has made 430 selections over his career, with a record of 286-144.
  • ESPN will air special programming celebrating Corso's contributions to the show and college football in the weeks leading up to his final appearance.
  • The location for Corso's farewell broadcast and final headgear pick will be announced later this spring, coinciding with the start of the 2025 college football season.
  • Colleagues, including Kirk Herbstreit and ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro, praised Corso's unparalleled impact on the sport and his enduring connection with fans.