Lee Corso Returns to ESPN’s College GameDay for Texas-Georgia Matchup

ESPN‘s “College GameDay” returns to familiar territory in SEC country, albeit with Texas already transitioning into the conference fold. After weeks of uncertainty due to health concerns, 89-year-old Lee Corso is set to reclaim his seat on the popular college football pregame show. Host Rece Davis previously stated Corso was “under the weather,” fortifying concerns among fans about Corso’s absence. Kirk Herbstreit, Corso’s colleague and friend, announced his return in a late-night update, reassuring fans of Corso’s participation in today’s lineup in Austin, where Texas faces Georgia.

Corso’s health has been a subject of conversation over the past few years as he has intermittently missed broadcasts. While he experienced similar interruptions last year, he maintained a near-perfect attendance. This season, however, Corso missed significant airtime, including the recent California shows, due to an undisclosed illness. Speculation arose about the nature of his illness and travel demands, given Corso’s advanced age.

The eighth “College GameDay” of the season will be held at the DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin for the tenth time, but the first since 2022. Today’s edition spotlights Texas, undefeated with a 6-0 record, going head-to-head with fourth-ranked Georgia in what is expected to be a decisive SEC battle. Key personalities for this event include Rece Davis, Desmond Howard, Kirk Herbstreit, Pat McAfee, and guest Nick Saban, among others. The guest picker for the day is world-renowned golfer Scottie Scheffler.

The show is scheduled to air from 9 a.m. Eastern Time to noon on ESPN, with streaming options available. This event marks Texas’ first SEC matchup against Georgia, presenting significant implications for both teams’ standings within the conference. Observers and fans alike are eagerly anticipating the developments at this milestone “College GameDay” event.