ESPN's College football Analyst Kirk Herbstreit shared the devastating news on social media Thursday that he had to make the difficult decision to euthanize his beloved dog Ben after his battle with cancer.

Herbstreit, who accompanied Ben during the final weeks of the college football program, shared news of his health with Ben's many fans.

FILE – Kirk Herbstreit's dog watches from the set of ESPN College GameDay at McMicken Commons at the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, in Cincinnati. ESPN's College GameDay show is at McMicken Commons on Saturday for the NCAA football game between Cincinnati and Tulsa. (IMAGN)

But on Thursday, Herbstreit announced this Ben's cancer had spread.

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“This is really hard to write, but so many of you loved and cared about Ben that I wanted to let you know. We found out today that the cancer had spread to Ben's organs and there was nothing we could do – we had to let it go.” he leaves.

Herbstreit, a self-proclaimed dog lover, spoke at length about his special bond with Ben.

“He was smart, loving, gentle, patient, curious and hospitable to all. Always with a big smile and a gentle wag of the tail. He and I were able to communicate I am at home more than anyone else and travel with me for work – but he will live in all of us forever. God bless his majestic soul and thank you for letting him into my life for the last 10 years – a true blessing. I love you, Ben.”

ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit walks his dog Ben before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium. (Kirby Lee-USA Today Sports)

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Tributes from all over the world Football community poured in.

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Herbstreit said in a separate post that the overwhelming support “really resonated” on such a difficult day.

“My phone hasn't stopped ringing for the last three hours with texts and tweets about my son Ben. I am truly overwhelmed by how many people he touched – and from the bottom of my heart, thank you for sending your best wishes and letting me know how much you loved him,” he wrote.

Ben (ESPN commentator Kirk Herbstreit's dog) lies on the field before the game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Tennessee Volunteers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. (Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)

“It's been a really hard day and all your touching notes and messages have really resonated. Thank you for taking the time to get in touch and say such nice words about Ben. I appreciate you all.”

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