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Caitlin Clark rumored as guest picker for College GameDay in Iowa City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 8:54 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Caitlin Clark rumored as guest picker for College GameDay in Iowa City

Summary

Caitlin Clark may appear as the guest picker on ESPN's College GameDay during its broadcast in Iowa City on October 7. With College GameDay returning to the state for the first time in nearly 20 years, speculation arose due to Clark's recent availability after Indiana's elimination in the WNBA playoffs. A Nike promotional event coinciding with Clark's new signature shoe is also scheduled nearby, highlighting her strong ties to Iowa. However, concerns about her potential participation stem from her tough playoff ending and past remarks made by host Pat McAfee. ESPN has indicated there is a contingency plan for a special guest if Clark does not attend.

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Status Watch

•College GameDay takes place in Iowa City on October 7 at 9 a.m. ET.
•Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs.
•Clark's signature shoe was released on October 1, 2026.
•Concerns about Clark's appearance include her competitiveness and past comments from host Pat McAfee.
•ESPN has a backup plan for a special guest if Clark cannot attend.

Latest Updates

8:54 PMYahoo Sports — Is Caitlin Clark on College GameDay? Explaining why Fever star is rumored to be Week 5 guest picker

What they're saying

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Less than 24 hours from the start of the "College GameDay" broadcast, the program had still failed to announce the identity of its guest picker. That has led some to think Clark could receive a call.
— Yahoo Sports

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