Kirk Herbstreit shares emotional tribute to late dog during Alabama-LSU game

Kirk Herbstreit, an ESPN college football analyst, became emotional during the Alabama-LSU game on Saturday. He recently lost his dog, Ben, who was a beloved presence in his life and often appeared on social media and during broadcasts. During the game, ESPN shared videos of Ben, prompting Herbstreit to express his gratitude for the support he received after the loss. He described Ben as a mascot for college football, highlighting the joy he brought to fans. Earlier that day, "College GameDay" aired a tribute to Ben, narrated by Herbstreit, who struggled to speak before the video. He thanked fans and friends for their outreach during this difficult time.