Kirk Herbstreit will commence another busy work week with a heavy heart. The broadcaster's dog, Ben, died of cancer last week. Herbstreit and the college football community mourned the loss of a beloved golden retriever who routinely accompanied Herbstreit across the country on Thursday Night Football and College GameDay assignments.

Last week, Kirk Herbstreit announced the death of his beloved golden retriever, Ben. Ben had become a cult hero over the past few years as he accompanied

Kirk Herbstreit, one of ESPN's most prominent sports analysts, has introduced a new furry companion to accompany him during his hectic football schedule. Just a week after bidding

Kirk Herbstreit paid tribute to his late dog Ben, who recently died, with an emotional televised segment ahead of the LSU and Alabama football game on Saturday, Nov. 9.

ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit was filled with emotion while he honored his late dog, Ben, during “College GameDay” on Nov. 9.

The video says 'Dogs only flaw as a species is they don't live long enough' and truer words were never spoken. We will forever miss Ben.

Another week has come and gone with college football, but this time it was a little different for the College Gameday crew. Ben, the famous dog of Kirk Herbstreit, passed away earlier this week, leaving the college football world in shock.