Lee Corso To Retire From College GameDay After Week 1 Of 2025 Season
It’s the end of an era for college football fans as ESPN has announced that Lee Corso will retire from College GameDay after the first week of the 2025 college football season.
For nearly four decades, Corso has been the heartbeat of one of the most beloved sports broadcasts in television history, capturing audiences with his infectious personality, sharp analysis, and iconic headgear selections.
For fans in Indiana, Corso’s departure is particularly poignant.
While he’s nationally celebrated for his work in broadcasting, Hoosiers honor him as one of their own, with his deep ties to the state serving as a special point of pride.
Corso was Indiana University‘s head football coach from 1973 to 1982, steering the team to steady improvement during his tenure.
Under Corso’s leadership, the Hoosiers made their first bowl game appearance in 75 years when they competed in the 1979 Holiday Bowl.
Though his time in Bloomington ended decades ago, the charismatic coach left an undeniable mark on Indiana football.
Corso’s incomparable broadcasting career began after his departure from coaching, and his enthusiasm for the game turned College GameDay into more than just a pregame show.
His unique ability to mix humor with heartfelt insights has transformed the college football experience for millions of fans, and few can picture a Saturday morning in the fall without his animated presence on live television.
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Whether donning a mascot head to predict a game winner or delivering his signature “Not so fast!” to co-hosts, Corso has been more than a broadcaster; he’s been a cultural icon.
Now, after 38 years on GameDay, Corso’s final broadcast will air on August 30, kicking off Week 1 of the 2025 season.
ESPN plans to honor his career with special programming leading up to his farewell show, highlighting a legacy that transcends sports.
For the city of Indianapolis and fans across the state, Corso’s connection to Indiana University is a powerful reminder of how much he gave to both the Hoosiers and the wider community.
Though he will step away from the spotlight, his contributions to college football and his tie to Indiana’s sports history will be cherished for decades to come.
Lee Corso’s retirement marks the conclusion of one of the most storied careers in sports broadcasting.
Here in Indiana, we’ll reflect on his time at IU as an enduring part of his legacy, celebrating a life dedicated to the game and the fans who love it.
Thank you, Coach Corso, for the memories you’ve given us all.