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Kirk Herbstreit proposes Pat McAfee perform on College GameDay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Kirk Herbstreit proposes Pat McAfee perform on College GameDay

Summary

Kirk Herbstreit expressed support for Pat McAfee’s music career, suggesting he perform his songs on ESPN's College GameDay after the release of McAfee's album, Diary of a Polarizing Figure. Herbstreit praised the album's strong lyrics and messages during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show. Although McAfee was hesitant to perform live, he considered the idea of taking the stage on GameDay, which could provide a more suitable atmosphere for his music. The crossover of sports and music continues to gain attention in the media.

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By the Numbers

•Kirk Herbstreit suggested Pat McAfee perform on College GameDay.
•McAfee released his album Diary of a Polarizing Figure.
•Herbstreit praised the album's lyrics and messages.
•McAfee is considering a live performance on GameDay.
•The crossover between sports and music is becoming more prominent.

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8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kirk Herbstreit wants Pat McAfee to perform his songs on ‘College GameDay’

What they're saying

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Kirk Herbstreit saw Dan Orlovsky trying to be singer-songwriter Pat McAfee’s biggest fan at ESPN and said, ‘Move over.’ Thursday night ensured that the sports-media-and-music crossover industry would never be the same when McAfee released his long-awaited Diary of a Polarizing Figure album. The former NFL punter-turned podcaster-turned broadcaster-turned face of ESPN now turning into…
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