Dave Portnoy Strikes Back on Big 10 Dynamics Without Michigan It’s “Mountain West” Stressing Lack of Competitive Spirit’ in Penn State and Ohio

Nov 11, 2023 | 9:04 AM CST

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After the major suspension of Michigan’s football coach, Dave Portnoy has hit back. The Barstool Sports founder and Michigan alum has once again made headlines. This time, he lauds the weight of Michigan in the Big 10 after finding the university team at sea. After the Big 10 suspension came beforehand the NCAA still figuring out the ways.

The suspension of Harbaugh came amidst allegations of a sign-stealing scheme involving the Michigan Wolverines. However, there has been rage for the delay in response from the NCAA, but the Big 10 took it away. Despite the controversy, Portnoy’s tweets suggest a strong support for Michigan, highlighting the significant role the university plays in the Big 10 conference.

Dave Portnoy to the Rescue for Michigan

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Dave Portnoy with his public backing came to rescue Michigan. He came at a time when the university’s football program was under scrutiny. Yet, his tweets serve as a reminder of the influence and respect Michigan commands in the world of college football. However, he criticized the Big 10 for their treatment of Michigan.

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Michigan is the straw that stirs the drink in the Big 10. Without Mich it’s essentially the Mountain West. To treat us this way is criminal. As a Michigan Man I would not hesitate leaving the conf. See how life is without big brother. Watch them come crawling back.
— Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) November 10, 2023

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Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, is known for his outspoken and often controversial opinions. Recently, he took to Twitter to express his views on the dynamics of the Big 10 conference, particularly in the absence of Michigan. In his tweet, Portnoy suggested that without Michigan, the Big 10 would be akin to the “Mountain West,” implying a lack of competitive spirit in teams like Penn State and Ohio.

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Where Michigan stands at the Big 10

The University of Michigan’s football team, the Wolverines, holds a significant position in the Big 10 conference. As of the 2023 season, the Wolverines have an impressive record, with 9 wins and no losses, placing them at the top of the Big Ten East Division standings. They have won all their home and away games, and have a winning streak of 9 games.

However, the team’s standing has been overshadowed by the recent suspension of their coach, Jim Harbaugh, amidst allegations of a sign-stealing scheme. Despite the controversy, the Wolverines’ performance on the field remains strong, demonstrating their resilience and competitive spirit. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how the team navigates through this challenging period and what impact it will have on their position in the Big 10 conference.

The allegations of a sign-stealing scheme have not only tarnished the reputation of the Michigan Wolverines but also raised questions about the integrity of the sport. As the Wolverines navigate through this challenging period, the absence of their coach is likely to leave a void that will be felt both on and off the field.

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