Kirk Herbstreit meets Lee Corso for reunion in Orlando
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 1:03 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Kirk Herbstreit and Lee Corso held an emotional reunion recently at the airport in Orlando. Herbstreit was traveling to the city for a television appearance when the retired broadcaster insisted on meeting him. The 91-year-old Corso drove himself to the airport to catch up with his former College GameDay co-star for approximately 30 minutes. Herbstreit described the interaction as a meaningful encounter, noting that despite various health challenges, Corso remains sharp and continues to follow college football closely. Corso retired from the program last season after making his final headgear pick during the Ohio State and Texas game. College GameDay is scheduled to visit Austin this Saturday for a rematch between the two teams.
- •Kirk Herbstreit and Lee Corso reunited for 30 minutes at an Orlando airport.
- •Corso retired from College GameDay last season after his final headgear selection.
- •Herbstreit noted that Corso remains mentally sharp and follows current college football developments.
- •College GameDay travels to Austin this Saturday for a matchup between Ohio State and Texas.
- 1:03 PMYahoo Sports — Kirk Herbstreit describes emotional reunion with Lee Corso
"Lee Corso is still following college football closely a year after retiring.
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