Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports Depart Fox’s ‘Big Noon Kickoff’
Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports will no longer make appearances on Fox's "Big Noon Kickoff" college football pregame show.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 3, 2026 — Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, and the media company itself will cease making appearances on Fox’s “Big Noon Kickoff” college football pregame show.
The exact reasons for the departure and the specific timeline of when these appearances will end were not immediately detailed in the information provided. The announcement signifies a shift for Portnoy and Barstool Sports’ involvement with the Fox Sports broadcast, which often featured their presence during the college football season.
Barstool Sports, known for its sports commentary and digital content, had become a recognizable element of the “Big Noon Kickoff” program. Portnoy’s participation typically brought a distinct style and dedicated fanbase to the show’s segments. The nature of their previous appearances and the impact of their absence on the show’s format remain to be seen.
Details regarding any potential new ventures or changes in broadcasting partnerships for Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports were not disclosed. The information available focuses solely on the cessation of their involvement with Fox’s college football pregame coverage.
Story summarized from the original created by JOE REEDY, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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