Corso — the lone remaining member of the show’s original cast who turns 90 in August — announced earlier this year that his final show would be on the opening week of the season. ESPN last month revealed the 39th season of “GameDay” would begin in Columbus, Ohio, before defending national champion Ohio State hosts the Texas Longhorns on Aug. 30.

A few weeks before Lee Corso is set to make his final appearance on College GameDay, the legendary broadcaster was recognized at the annual ESPYs on Wednesday, as ESPN paid an emotional tribute to the famed college football analyst.

Lee Corso put on his famous headgear during the ESPYS Wednesday night at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Only this time, he wasn't predicting the outcome of a game.