“The thrill of winning or losing, or getting on the field and coaching on Saturday afternoons, that's all great. But it's the association with the players, and that's lifelong. That is the one thing you miss and you can't substitute for it.”

American former college football coach and analyst

Lee Richard Corso is an American former college football coach and analyst. Born in 1935, he is best known for his long run on ESPN's College GameDay, where he appeared from the program's start in 1987 until his retirement in August 2025. Before becoming a television personality, Corso built his name in college football coaching. On air, he became a familiar presence for his lively analysis and game-day predictions, especially his role on College GameDay, which made him a recognizable figure for generations of college football fans.