I’m hated at a lot of the campuses. I don’t mind’: Dave Portnoy calls Pat McAfee situation ‘a little surprising’
ESPN’s Pat McAfee has drawn plenty of criticism this week after ripping the University of Utah, saying that he felt uncomfortable during last weekend’s College GameDay visit because of a video the school posted. Now, Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy, who once worked with McAfee, is weighing in. Portnoy made it clear that he doesn’t…
In a recent controversy, ESPN's Pat McAfee criticized the University of Utah, expressing discomfort during a College GameDay visit due to a video the school shared. Responding to the situation, Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, weighed in. Portnoy, who previously worked with McAfee, defended Utah, praising its fans and atmosphere and admitting he has grown accustomed to being disliked at various college campuses.
Portnoy's reaction to the McAfee-Pat McAfee situation seemed surprising, as he expressed amusement at the controversy. Portnoy also revealed that he is accustomed to facing negative reactions from college students, likening it to the persona of a WWE heel.
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