Corso's headgear picks, where he dons the mascot head of his predicted winner, became a signature segment starting in 1996 and totaled 430 selections. The tradition evolved into a cultural phenomenon, symbolizing GameDay's playful spirit while influencing pregame show formats across sports.

Herbstreit called Corso 'like a second father' and praised his 'iconic run,' stating it was an 'absolute honor' to witness his headgear picks weekly for 29 seasons.

While unconfirmed, speculation suggests Columbus, Ohio (Ohio State vs. Texas opener) as a possible location, given Brutus Buckeye was the first mascot head used in the segment's 1996 debut.

Corso suffered a stroke in 2009 affecting his speech, but returned months later and continued appearing regularly, later reducing travel while remaining a studio fixture.

Corso earned nine Sports Emmy Awards as part of College GameDay's Most Outstanding Studio Show ensemble.