After Cheering for Oklahoma Following Their Triumph Over Texas, Dave Portnoy Revives His 21 YO “Portnoy Pledge”
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Soon after the Red River Rivalry over Texas, the Oklahoma Sooners were on cloud nine. From fans cheering and celebrating the win like a festival, to their passion-fueled video dedicated to their fierce win in the last match got the unwavering support of a renowned NFL analyst.
The cheers were loud, the celebrations were wild, and amidst all that excitement, a certain Dave Portnoy found himself switching sides and cheering for the Sooners. The founder of Barstool Sports, known for his unwavering support for Michigan, was seen rallying behind Oklahoma in his recent post.
The Dave ‘Portnoy Pledge’
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What and why is the sudden change of heart? It all goes back to a 21-year-old promise known as the “Portnoy Pledge”. This pledge was made by Portnoy in response to Lincoln Riley’s abrupt departure from OU to become the head coach of the USC Trojans. Portnoy took to Twitter to express his support for the Sooners and his disdain for Riley’s actions. His tweet read: “Dear all OU football fans. I will personally see to it that Michigan Kicks the shit out of Lincoln Riley for the way he treated you. Your hatred is now my hatred. I will avenge you.”
And let's not forget the "Portnoy Pledge" I made on behalf of the Sooners in 2002. #boomersooner https://t.co/jhMKXPNsEV pic.twitter.com/ai7EtVsYYR
— Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) October 11, 2023
Fast forward to today, and it seems like Portnoy is making good on his promise. After OU’s triumphant victory over Texas, Portnoy revived his old pledge and once again declared his support for the Sooners. His tweet sparked a flurry of reactions from fans and media alike, adding another layer of intrigue to this already heated rivalry.
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The Michigan Wolverines, a college football team representing the University of Michigan. They are known for their strong defense and have been performing exceptionally well in the 2023 season. They are currently ranked first in the country in points allowed and third in total defense. They have also been praised for their ability to make adjustments, which has contributed to their success.
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So what does this mean for the future? Will Portnoy continue to cheer for Oklahoma? Or will he return to his Michigan roots once the dust settles? Only time will tell.
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