Kirk Herbstreit discusses college football changes as he enters 30th season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Kirk Herbstreit begins his 30th season as a broadcaster for ESPN's College GameDay, a role he has held since 1996. The former Ohio State quarterback characterized the current state of college football as chaotic, citing rapid shifts in the over the last three years. Herbstreit expressed concern regarding the lack of central leadership or authority within the sport, noting that judicial rulings are frequently altering regulations. Recent legal developments include a Louisiana state court decision that allows former professional athletes to compete in college games. Despite the administrative instability, Herbstreit maintained that the sport remains popular with full stadiums and student sections. He intends to continue his broadcasting duties as the new college football season commences.
- •Kirk Herbstreit is marking his 30th year with the College GameDay program.
- •Herbstreit identified a lack of cohesive leadership as a primary concern for the sport.
- •Recent court rulings have enabled professional athletes to return to college rosters.
- •The veteran commentator remains committed to covering the sport despite the ongoing changes.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kirk Herbstreit Reflects on ‘Chaos’ of College Football Landscape as He Marks 30 Years at ESPN’s “College GameDay ”(Exclusive)
"The former Ohio State quarterback-turned-sports commentator first landed his gig with ‘College GameDay’ at just 26 years old
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