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Kirk Herbstreit on Oregon’s Heartwarming Tribute and Lee Corso’s Pick for Ohio State
Kirk Herbstreit, the renowned ESPN college football analyst, has been in the spotlight recently due to a heartwarming gesture from the University of Oregon. Ahead of the highly anticipated Week 7 matchup between Oregon and Ohio State, the Oregon Ducks showed their appreciation for Herbstreit by distributing posters featuring his dog, Ben. Herbstreit expressed his gratitude on social media, thanking the Oregon football team and “The Duck” for the thoughtful gesture.
In addition to this tribute, Herbstreit was also involved in the pre-game hype for the big match. On ESPN’s College GameDay, Herbstreit relayed Lee Corso‘s pick for the game, with Corso choosing Ohio State to win for the 42nd time. This prediction came amid Oregon’s second straight absence from the show.
Herbstreit, a proud Ohio State alum, has been a key figure in college football analysis and is known for his passionate commentary. His personal life, including his family and pets, often intersects with his professional duties, as seen in the recent tribute from Oregon.
The matchup between Oregon and Ohio State is one of the most anticipated games of the season, and the pre-game activities have only added to the excitement. Herbstreit’s involvement, both through his analysis and the personal touch from Oregon, has highlighted the camaraderie and respect within the college football community.