Archive · 24 Aug 2025
LeBron James, Others Pay Tribute to Lee Corso Ahead of Retirement
Lee Corso, a beloved college football analyst on ESPN's College GameDay for almost 40 years, is retiring.
Many people, including LeBron James, have sent him tributes.
Corso has been on the show since 1987 and is known as the "Godfather of College Football."
He is 90 years old.
His last show will be on August 30, marking the end of an era for both him and the show.
Colleagues and fans are acknowledging the significant impact he has had on college football.
The retirement has sparked an emotional response.
LeBron James and others paid tribute to Lee Corso as he nears retirement.
Lee Corso will retire from ESPN's College GameDay after nearly 40 years.
Corso's last appearance on the show is scheduled for August 30.
Corso, 90, has been a college football broadcaster for over 40 years.
The sports community has recognized Corso's impact on college football.
- Who
- Lee Corso, LeBron James, Kirk Herbstreit, and Nick Saban.
- What
- Lee Corso is retiring from ESPN's College GameDay.
- When
- Corso's last appearance will be on August 30.
- Where
- ESPN's College GameDay.
- Why
- Corso is retiring after nearly 40 years.
- Name
- Lee Corso
- Age
- 90
- Occupation
- College Football Analyst
- Show
- ESPN's College GameDay
- Years on Show
- Nearly 40
- Last Appearance
- August 30
- Notable Tribute
- LeBron James