David Pollack is trading one sideline for another, and his old friend Kirk Herbstreit couldn't be more excited. The former Georgia Bulldogs standout and ESPN analyst has officially linked up with On3, bringing his popular 'See Ball Get Ball' podcast to the rapidly growing college football platform just in time for the 2026 season.
Pollack, a three-time first-team All-American and College Football Hall of Famer, announced the partnership on Wednesday. It's a homecoming of sorts for the Athens native, who has been building his media brand since leaving ESPN in 2023. Now, with On3's national reach behind him, Pollack is poised to take his commentary to an even wider audience.
The news drew a quick and heartfelt response from Herbstreit, his longtime colleague from the 'College GameDay' set. Taking to X, the ESPN analyst wrote, "Congrats brother! Great group!!" — a simple but powerful endorsement from one of the most respected voices in the sport.
Pollack's excitement was palpable in his own statement. "College football is what I love, and I've had a blast building See Ball Get Ball," he said. "When you look at the audience On3 has built, the momentum behind the brand and how committed they are to college football, uniting with On3 was a no-brainer. I'm excited about what we can build together."
On3 founder Shannon Terry echoed that enthusiasm, calling Pollack a "big win" for the network. "David Pollack is one of the most respected and recognizable voices in college football," Terry said. "He brings credibility, personality and a lifetime of football experience. Adding David and See Ball Get Ball to what we're building strengthens our national coverage and is a big win for the On3 audience."
Pollack's journey from gridiron great to media maven has been a compelling one. After a standout career in Athens, he became a fixture on ESPN's college football coverage, known for his sharp analysis and infectious energy. His departure from the network in 2023 marked a new chapter, and this latest move signals he's far from done making an impact.
For Herbstreit, the congratulations come amid a busy period — he's been making headlines himself, from sharing a new photo with Lee Corso to weighing in on the Big Ten's financial edge over the SEC. But his nod to Pollack shows the bond between the two analysts remains strong.
Pollack's addition to On3 is part of a larger trend of former ESPN talent finding new homes in the digital sports media landscape. As the industry evolves, voices like Pollack's are becoming even more valuable — and Herbstreit's public support only adds to the momentum.
With the 2026 college football season on the horizon, Pollack and his 'See Ball Get Ball' brand are set to bring a fresh perspective to On3's coverage. For fans of the game, that's a win-win.
