Meet ESPN's star-studded 'College GameDay' crew for 2026, from Pat McAfee to Nick Saban
Here's a look at which college football personalities will be traveling with "College GameDay" in 2026.
ESPN is set to bring its star-studded College GameDay crew back for the 2026 season, with Pat McAfee and Nick Saban among the returning members. College GameDay, ESPN's long-running Saturday morning pregame show, will once again travel to some of the biggest college football matchups of the week, engaging with the home crowd and analyzing the storylines and Xs and Os of each game.
Rece Davis, who has hosted the show since 2015, will continue his role as host. McAfee, known for his energetic presence and unique Kicking Competitions segment, will also take on more responsibilities in ESPN's NFL coverage. Nick Saban, the former coach, will bring his wealth of experience to the show, serving as a coach-like figure to McAfee and providing expert analysis.
Desmond Howard, a College Football Hall of Famer and former Heisman Trophy winner, will return for his 21st season on the show, offering his unique perspective as a former star player. Kirk Herbstreit, who joined the show in 1996 and won five Sports Emmy Awards, will take on the longest-tenured member role, filling in for the departing Lee Corso.
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