Glen Powell Named ‘Celebrity Desk Picker’ at ESPN GameDay Event in Austin
Actor Glen Powell was named the 'celebrity desk picker' during ESPN's GameDay event held in Austin on Saturday.
Austin, TX, September 11, 2026 — Actor Glen Powell has been appointed as the ‘celebrity desk picker’ for ESPN’s College GameDay.
The designation occurred during ESPN’s College GameDay broadcast, which took place in Austin on Saturday. This role typically involves a celebrity guest making predictions for the day’s football games, often associated with the show’s ‘desk’ segment.
The specific details surrounding Powell’s selection, such as the criteria for his appointment or the exact nature of his participation in the desk segment, were not further detailed in the provided information. The event was held on a Saturday, marking the latest instance of ESPN’s popular college football pre-game show broadcasting live from a significant college town or event location.
College GameDay is a weekly program that covers college football, often broadcasting from the site of a major game. The ‘celebrity desk picker’ is a recurring guest role, bringing a notable personality to the program for predictions and commentary.
No further information was provided regarding the specific games Powell was asked to pick, the outcomes of those picks, or any extended role he might have had beyond the designation. The identity of the contractor, the fine amount, or any permit status were not mentioned in the summary.
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