[Tuck4Bama]

If ESPN’s “GameDay” returns to Columbia, and that appears to be a big if, it would make for good theater.

When South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier called out announcer Chris Fowler on Tuesday for misquoting him, it was the latest salvo in what has been an occasional feud since Spurrier was hired three years ago.

Now the South Carolina athletics department is trying to have some fun at the expense of ESPN analyst Lee Corso. But Corso and Fowler do not appear amused.

Fowler expressed concern that USC has started a Web site called letsshowcorso.com, where fans can “throw” footballs at a likeness of Corso. Gamecock fans have been mad at Corso since the former coach declared Spurrier never would win an SEC title at South Carolina, “even if he coaches here 400 years.”

Corso declined to comment on the Web site, although he said Saturday on the air he would not “dignify it with a response.”

Fowler, the lead announcer on “GameDay,” backed his broadcast partner.

“I’m a little puzzled (about) the approach (of) marketing the team by attacking Lee,” Fowler said. “I don’t speak for him at all. But I think (Corso’s) reaction to the campaign was pretty evident if you saw the show.”

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[EmpireWF]

They're public figures and the style of their pregame shows shouldn't surprise anyone when fan bases get a bit touchy.

[Lefty Noob]

I think if I was told that my team would never win an SEC title, not even in 400 years, I'd be a little testy too. What, does ESPN think they can just expect everyone to bow down to them, no matter what they say or do? To quote Corso himself, "Not so fast, my friend."

[Stoney]

It is about time someone took the media to task. They think they can be loudmouthed and beligerent while berating people just because they used to coach. Well I got a news flash for them they too can get criticized for thier shortcomings the political sword works both ways. Personally I am glad to see the Old Ball Coach draw the line in the sand. I wish him all the luck in the world and I hope he continues to improve SC. One thing ESPN is not thinking about is ratings... we have a villian in Corso and a good guy in Spurrier. People would love to see these two square off each week even if they didn't give a Whoop-Dee-Doo about SC they would watch for the cat-calling and snide remarks. It sort of reminds me about professional wrestling it has grown immensely because of the rivalries. It makes for good TV and that means better ratings.

[JRL]

I wouldn't want to match wits with ole ball coach on a weekly basis. Corso would look the fool by week 2. It would make for some good TV.

[Stoney]

Originally Posted by JRL

I wouldn't want to match wits with ole ball coach on a weekly basis. Corso would look the fool by week 2. It would make for some good TV.

Lee Corso has always looked like a fool! That's because he is a fool!