{
  "id": 8257593,
  "title": "-Why team up with Ryen at Barstool? First and …",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/why-team-up-with-ryen-at-barstool-first-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T14:26:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/why-team-ryen-barstool-first-142651291.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sam Vecenie's decision to leave The Athletic after nine years and join Ryen at Barstool is explained in detail. Vecenie, one of the first 50 employees at The Athletic, expressed gratitude for his time there but felt the need for a break. He has not yet decided on his next move, such as writing or drafting a guide, and is open to discussing the draft and prospects on the show. The show will maintain its current format, airing three times a week during the season.\n\nVecenie emphasized his trust in Ryen, complimenting Ceruti and Kyle, the show's producers, and highlighting the supportive environment at Barstool, where talent can grow. Despite Andrew not joining in this new venture, Vecenie praised him for staying on through the summer to produce the show, and recommended him to anyone. Vecenie's announcement comes as they look ahead to the most important event this weekend, with @OhioTate's safety being a priority.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Sam Vecenie leaves The Athletic to join Barstool with Ryen.",
    "Vecenie expresses gratitude for The Athletic but seeks a break.",
    "Show will continue airing three times a week during the season."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}