Dave Portnoy Slams Ohio State’s Ryan Day During Big Noon Kickoff

UPDATE: In a bold display of rivalry, Michigan superfan Dave Portnoy took aim at Ohio State and head coach Ryan Day during the highly anticipated Big Noon Kickoff event on Saturday. Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports and a staunch supporter of the University of Michigan, made headlines as he trolled Buckeye fans right before Ohio State’s clash against No. 1 ranked Texas.

Portnoy, who has been vocal about his disdain for Ohio State, claimed earlier this week that he was “banned” from the iconic Horseshoe Stadium, allegedly due to his unwavering support for Michigan. While Ohio State officials have denied this claim, the tension was palpable as Portnoy arrived to a chorus of boos from Ohio State supporters.

“These people can boo me all they want. What happens if you lose to Michigan again this year? [Head coach Ryan Day] could be out. There’s a reason I’m not allowed in The Shoe today. Because he’s soft and Michigan has broken him,” Portnoy stated, making his feelings about Day clear as the rivalry heats up.

The stakes are high as Michigan has defeated Ohio State in their last four matchups, including a shocking victory last year as underdogs that ended in a brawl. Although Ohio State went on to win the national championship, the pressure on Ryan Day continues to mount with every loss to their arch-rival.

As the atmosphere thickened at the Ohio State home turf, fans were eager to see how the Buckeyes would respond in their season opener against Texas. The game kicked off at 7:30 p.m. ET, and despite Portnoy’s antics, Ohio State fans were relieved as their team secured a 14-7 victory over the Longhorns.

With the rivalry only intensifying, all eyes will remain on both teams as they navigate the season ahead. Portnoy’s bold statements and Ohio State’s performance will surely keep fans engaged as the drama unfolds.

Stay tuned for more updates on this electrifying college football season!