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Dave Portnoy blames Ohio State coach Ryan Day for ending Barstool’s spot on Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff
Portnoy says Day threatened Fox over the Big Noon Kickoff partnership, ending Barstool’s involvement.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy posted on X that Ohio State head coach Ryan Day forced Fox to terminate Barstool’s role on the network’s college‑football pre‑game show, Big Noon Kickoff.
Portnoy wrote that Day and Ohio State “threatened Fox till they had no choice,” adding that the decision was driven by “huge dollars at stake.” He claimed Day’s “temper tantrums” and threats over comments he made led to the fallout.
The post follows reports that Barstool personalities, including Portnoy, will no longer appear on the show, as noted by The Big Lead. Portnoy also referenced his Michigan roots and the historic Michigan‑Ohio State rivalry, suggesting the partnership would have been contentious.
Meanwhile, Ohio State prepares for its Week 5 clash with Iowa, with the Buckeyes (No. 5) hosting the No. 14 Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 3, 2026, as detailed by Sportskeeda.
Key facts
- Dave Portnoy accused Ryan Day of threatening Fox to end Barstool’s involvement in Big Noon Kickoff. (sportskeeda.com)
- Portnoy posted the accusation on X, saying the decision was driven by large financial stakes. (sportskeeda.com)
- The Big Lead reported that Barstool personalities will no longer be part of the show. (sportskeeda.com)
- Ohio State is set to play Iowa on Oct. 3, 2026, at Kinnick Stadium. (sportskeeda.com)
Sources
- [1] sportskeeda.com — originally reported as ““Always knew Ryan Day was soft”: Dave Portnoy takes shot at Ohio State HC for threatening Fox to end Barstool collaboration”
