ESPN Makes History, Signs Kirk Herbstreit's Dog Ben as College Gameday's First Canine Analyst

Oct 17, 2024

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A humorous scene of Kirk Herbstreit's Golden Retriever, Ben, sitting confidently at the ESPN College Gameday desk alongside the regular cast members like Kirk Herbstreit, Lee Corso, Desmond Howard, and Pat McAfee. Ben is wearing a tiny ESPN headset and looking intently at a screen, ready to give his expert football analysis. The background shows a lively college football stadium, with fans cheering and holding up signs. Pat McAfee is playfully interacting with Ben, perhaps holding a football or joking around. The overall atmosphere is energetic and fun, with a mix of serious sports talk and playful antics.

In a groundbreaking move that’s sending shockwaves through the sports world, ESPN has officially signed Kirk Herbstreit’s dog, Ben, to a multi-year contract as the newest member of the College Gameday crew. Ben, a ten-year-old Golden Retriever with a deep understanding of the gridiron (and an even deeper love for belly rubs), will join the Saturday morn…

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