Kirk Herbstreit's Beloved Dog Ben, an ESPN Fixture, Has Died of Cancer "Ben wasn't out here to become a social media star, but he became one just by being himself," Herbstreit added. "The Rose ...

Earlier this month, Kirk Herbstreit lost his beloved golden retriever Ben, who had quickly become a beloved guest on all of the programs Herbstreit featured on, including Thursday Night Football ...

Herbstreit, who's been open about losing his dog Ben to cancer in late 2024-a blow ... like blowback over his son Chase joining Michigan-Kirk's sticking to his guns. Day's turned the corner ...