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Posted on 10/15/21 at 8:39 am to Pastor Mike
I am 71 and things start to change when you walk thru that 70 door.
The fact he even travels to the site each week and if you notice he is on the sideline watching the games (standing) as well.
If you actually get lucky you might get the chance to see 70.
Perspective...........it will change for you
The fact he even travels to the site each week and if you notice he is on the sideline watching the games (standing) as well.
If you actually get lucky you might get the chance to see 70.
Perspective...........it will change for you
This post was edited on 10/15/21 at 8:46 am
Posted on 10/15/21 at 8:43 am to JoseyWalesTheOutlaw
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I am 71
Posted on 10/15/21 at 8:49 am to Niner
Where have y’all been?
He hasn’t been the same since like 2008 when he had the stroke.
He hasn’t been the same since like 2008 when he had the stroke.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 8:51 am to Niner
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Surely I can't be the only one that thinks this?
That's been the prevailing view here fore the last few years. I know he has had health issues (including a stroke several years ago) and cannot help that he has some speaking difficulties, but it is true that he has really started struggling the last few years. There are times where Herbstreit really has to help him along.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 8:54 am to Niner
He’s losing it a bit no doubt, but the second they pull him off air, he’ll die. There’s something to be said for continuity in your mental and physical health. I don’t blame them for keeping him on, because he’s made the show what it is for a long time.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:06 am to Niner
It's almost cruel to see how Kirk and the guys just coddle him on air. I'm surprised that his family haven't objected.....but that's just my thought... 
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:08 am to colbycovington
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Where have y’all been?
We've been right here, and like Roll Tide Ravens pointed out, we all make the same points every time this topic comes up.
And yet Corso is still there, every Saturday.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:13 am to CoachDon
If he wants to keep going on his own accord, let him continue to work.
I'm sure his family will tell him to stop if it becomes bad enough.
I know many people who feel they have to continue to work/stay active or they will die. Fight or flight.
I'm sure his family will tell him to stop if it becomes bad enough.
I know many people who feel they have to continue to work/stay active or they will die. Fight or flight.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:17 am to Niner
Corso built Gameday. He can stay on as long as he wants as far as I'm concerned. He's not as sharp as he used to be, but who cares? You don't watch College Gameday for cutting edge analysis. You watch for the crowd, and for the banter between hosts, and the spotlights on different programs fanbases and traditions, and for the goofy one liners.
College football is fun. College Gameday is fun. Corso is still having fun. So what's the problem?
College football is fun. College Gameday is fun. Corso is still having fun. So what's the problem?
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:18 am to Niner
I used to think like this. Old people should be shuffled off to the back and just remembered.
But in this regard, our society could benefit from how other countries treat the elderly. The elderly in other places still have an esteemed role.
In the job market, we can either pay them for their work and we can use their experience or support them with welfare. I think it would be good to allow them to say when they're ready to retire or not.
Herbstreit & ESPN drive me nuts with their woke drivel but I will say they do good when they are supporting Corso. Good on ESPN for letting the old guy continue on until he says he doesn't want to anymore.
If it makes you cringe, perhaps you need to look at why you feel cringey.
But in this regard, our society could benefit from how other countries treat the elderly. The elderly in other places still have an esteemed role.
In the job market, we can either pay them for their work and we can use their experience or support them with welfare. I think it would be good to allow them to say when they're ready to retire or not.
Herbstreit & ESPN drive me nuts with their woke drivel but I will say they do good when they are supporting Corso. Good on ESPN for letting the old guy continue on until he says he doesn't want to anymore.
If it makes you cringe, perhaps you need to look at why you feel cringey.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:27 am to Niner
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Surely I can't be the only one that thinks this?
Someone starts a thread about this every week.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:30 am to Niner
He really does.
Love Corso, but it's sad to watch him lose another step each and every year. I think he just loves college football this much, but it's about time to let him relax.
I will give props to Kirk for how well it handles it and takes care of Corso throughout the show.
Love Corso, but it's sad to watch him lose another step each and every year. I think he just loves college football this much, but it's about time to let him relax.
I will give props to Kirk for how well it handles it and takes care of Corso throughout the show.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:33 am to DirtyDawg
I actually enjoy seeing Corso and appreciate what Herbsteit does to help him along. It's kind of like having your older dad or grandfather. He might have a few moments, but if you have any respect for older people, you look past them and are grateful for still having him around.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:34 am to Niner
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All joking aside, Kirk is actually one of the few analysts/personalities I enjoy either calling a game or watching on Gameday.
Kirk and Fowler are the best
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:39 am to Niner
Corso suffered a stroke a couple of years ago.
Note that these situations usually manifest themselves primarily in one of two ways - the first mimics dementia where the brain function is clearly reduced. I don't think this is what Corso has.
The second way is where the brain is functioning fine, but the communication mechanism and "equipment" between brain function and the expression is damaged. I think this is what Corso is displaying; that is, his thought process is decent but his ability to communicate those thoughts are difficult. This is where Kirk and the others often help Corso out.
The fact is that Corso (whether you love him or not) is highly beloved by the ESPN on-air talent. They view him as a father figure and mentor. He is absolutely a great guy. What you are seeing these days is a tremendous amount of loyalty and compassion while he makes it through the weekly telecast. And frankly, the public loves him and his antics as well.
Make no mistake, the ESPN guys knows that the day is coming when Corso is going to be no longer able to participate. Maybe that day is drawing near. But until then, just roll with it and be glad that you have had Corso for as long as you have. Like him or not, he's been good for the pregame show and for college football. ESPN could actually be doing far worse than Corso - even with him in a diminished capacity.
I know wherein I speak in these matters.
Note that these situations usually manifest themselves primarily in one of two ways - the first mimics dementia where the brain function is clearly reduced. I don't think this is what Corso has.
The second way is where the brain is functioning fine, but the communication mechanism and "equipment" between brain function and the expression is damaged. I think this is what Corso is displaying; that is, his thought process is decent but his ability to communicate those thoughts are difficult. This is where Kirk and the others often help Corso out.
The fact is that Corso (whether you love him or not) is highly beloved by the ESPN on-air talent. They view him as a father figure and mentor. He is absolutely a great guy. What you are seeing these days is a tremendous amount of loyalty and compassion while he makes it through the weekly telecast. And frankly, the public loves him and his antics as well.
Make no mistake, the ESPN guys knows that the day is coming when Corso is going to be no longer able to participate. Maybe that day is drawing near. But until then, just roll with it and be glad that you have had Corso for as long as you have. Like him or not, he's been good for the pregame show and for college football. ESPN could actually be doing far worse than Corso - even with him in a diminished capacity.
I know wherein I speak in these matters.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:42 am to Grateful Reb
quote:This is verifiably false...
Someone starts a thread about this every week.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:45 am to Niner
Senility is the in thing right now. Keep that in mind when you choose your next surgeon.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 9:47 am to Niner
It’s true. This thread gets started every Saturday morning either here or on the Scoreboard.
Posted on 10/15/21 at 10:00 am to Mulkey Man
If we are being honest, a lot of people only watch the show to see what goofy headgear he puts on at the end. The day he is no longer on the show I expect them to lose a good bit of interest.
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