Kirk Herbstreit couldn’t help but get emotional at the end of Ohio State’s 34-23 win over Notre for the College Football Playoff national championship on Monday. The ESPN analyst, and former Ohio State player, was visibly shaken when asked by Scott Van Pelt for his reaction to the win.

Former Ohio State QB and ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit got emotional talking about Buckeyes' national championship win over Notre Dame Monday.

Kirk Herbstreit couldn’t help but get emotional in the broadcast booth on Monday night. The longtime ESPN college football announcer, who has become one of the key voices in the sport the past few decades,

Herbstreit — a Centerville, Ohio, native — graduated from Ohio State after playing with the Buckeyes from 1989 to 1992.

Kirk Herbstreit, who went to Ohio State and played football for the Buckeyes, had some more feelings. Kirk's son, Zak, is a tight end for Ohio State, and the two shared a special embrace after the win. Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Zak Herbstreit (89) talks to his dad, Kirk Herbstreit.

The ESPN analyst believes Ohio State will challenge Notre Dame's man-to-man defense right away. How will it play out?

Kirk Herbstreit made an admission on the air Monday after Ohio State won the national championship. The Ohio State Buckeyes dominated Notre Dame for most

While Herbstreit does his best to stay objective, there certainly has to be a part of him that is absolutely thrilled about the win. The Centerville, Ohio native played quarterback at Ohio State from 1989-93, while two of his sons Jake and Zak walked on at Ohio State.

If you thought Kirk Herbstreit just somewhat liked Ohio State football, think again. He’s a self-proclaimed “junkie.”