We are nearing the end of an era for the greatest pregame show in college football history. On Thursday, ESPN announced that the legendary Lee Corso is retiring

Lee Corso's nearly four-decade run on ESPN's “College GameDay” is coming to an end. Corso, the longtime ESPN broadcaster and folksy former coach widely known for his endearing expressions and elaborate headgear picks,

ESPN announced the news on Thursday, celebrating Corso for his 38 years with the program, breaking down the top college games in the nation. Corso became the face of College GameDay for his passionate analysis, and eventually for his showmanship while donning mascot heads when making his game picks for the week of action.