Morgan Freeman to Serve as ESPN’s College GameDay Guest Picker in Oxford
Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman is set as ESPN's GameDay guest picker for an event in Oxford, Miss.

Portland, OR, September 17, 2026 —
Esteemed actor and Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman is slated to appear on ESPN’s College GameDay Covered by°-°°°° as the show’s guest picker. The event is scheduled to take place in Oxford, Mississippi.
Freeman, known for his iconic voice and extensive filmography, will join the popular pre-game show ahead of a collegiate sporting event. The specific date and the particular game for which Freeman will serve as guest picker were not provided in the available information.
ESPN’s College GameDay is a weekly program that travels to different college campuses across the United States to preview major football games. A key segment of the show features a celebrity or notable personality from the local area or with a connection to the featured teams, who joins the ESPN analysts to make predictions for the day’s games. The identity of the guest picker often generates significant buzz among college sports fans.
The selection of Morgan Freeman for this role marks a notable appearance for the acclaimed actor on the sports broadcasting stage. While his career is primarily in film and television, his presence is expected to draw considerable attention to the Oxford event. Further details regarding the specific circumstances of his appearance, including the exact date and matchup, are anticipated.
Story summarized from the original created by Mark Heim on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.