Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium is flooded with fans, and why not? It is the highly anticipated game of the season, Gerogia vs. Texas! Lee Corso has made a triumphant return to ESPN’s College GameDay after missing two weeks due to health issues. Rece Davis, college football host for ESPN, confirmed this on X a few hours ago.

Kirk Herbstreit reintroduced the 89-year-old to today’s game; he did not take much time and showed his support by throwing the “Hook ‘Em” sign. “It’s been a long two weeks without you, so we’re glad you’re home,” anchor Kirk Herbstreit stated, “And you already got your Hook ’em going.” It is clear that Corso wants the Longhorns to win today. However, not all Corso’s actions have been positive today. While some of the fans welcomed him after two weeks. Some fans criticized him. Let’s find out why.

Corso is supporting Steve Sarkisian’s squad and predicts they will defeat Georgia and win the national championship. His prediction that Texas will triumph over Georgia adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming game; however, he was seen throwing the Georgia helmet. The Instagram account of College GameDay shared his video where he was kissing a Texas helmet, which was all okay, but his throwing the opposite helmet was not expected. His act has faced intense criticism. One of the fans wrote, “This was so sad to watch. Let him retire with dignity and a proper send-off.”

Did you expect this kind of act from Corso? In the world of sports, taking sides is part of the game, but supporting a team positively is always appreciated. Lee Corso is a beloved figure in college football, and his act has really disappointed many. Let’s get straight into how the fans reacted to his action.

Helmet Toss sparks debate as Texas and Georgia prepare for high-stakes showdown

The Texas Longhorns, who are 6-0 and 2-0 in the SEC, are ruling the table this season. The No. 4 Georgia Bulldogs are underdogs for the first time under Kirby Smart’s guidance. Today’s clash not only features two powerhouse teams but also carries significant implications for the College Football Playoff race.

As soon as College Football GameDay shared the video on Instagram, it sparked a wave of mixed reactions from fans. Corso is 89 years old and missed two weeks because of his bad health. Concerning his age and health, a fan commented, “Let this man retire – or throw him in the pe with Bevo – problem solved.” This statement reflects a growing concern among fans about Corso’s ability to continue engaging in the playful antics that have defined his career.

Fans have pointed out that throwing a helmet was rude. It looks like his action has hurt the sentiments of Gerogia fans. “It’s kind of rude to throw a helmet like that.” The helmet toss has led to discussions about how far his actions were respectful. Is this sportsmanship? Adding to the comment, another fan wrote, “Disrespectful to throw the helmet like that.” It looks like ultimately, the controversy surrounding Corso’s actions has heated a debate about respect and sportsmanship in college football.

Did you know Corso predicted that Georgia, Ohio State, Texas, and Notre Dame would be the final four teams in the College Football Playoff? Ironically, he is correct. Fans love and respect him and want him to retire with all the respect and dignity. Keeping his health in mind, one of the fans wrote, “He doesn’t have it anymore. This is so sad. He can barely even move, and he’s had to miss shows because of his health. Let him retire, please.” 

The Longhorns are determined to maintain their winning streak, while Kirby Smart and his team are looking to maintain the momentum and get one step closer to the playoffs. Both teams are in excellent form. Let’s see who wins.