Puffing on a cigar in the wake of the NCAA’s $20 million fine over the sign-stealing scandal that rocked college football, Barstool Sports CEO and Michigan alum Dave Portnoy laughed off the punishment.

The NCAA made their ruling on the Michigan sign-stealing case on Friday morning, the Wolverines were hit with some major penalties. That has notable Wolverines fan Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports feeling some type of way.

Wolverines fan Dave Portnoy has lashed out at the NCAA over it's fining of Michigan over sign-stealing allegations.

Several individuals also received show-cause penalties. Former coach Jim Harbaugh received a 10-year show-cause. Denard Robinson, a former Wolverines player and staff member, received a three-year show-cause, while Connor Stalions received eight.

Happy Friday! It's a Dear Andy & Ari episode, but first we have to break down the most pressing news of the day: the NCAA punishing Michigan for the sign stealing scandal. In what has been viewed a minimal punishment by most,

Dave Portnoy is never short on spicy opinions. The founder and owner of Barstool Sports, a digital media company known for its blend of sports news and pop culture, recently shared

According to a report, Fox Sports is set to hire Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy join the network's "Big Noon Kickoff" pregame show.

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy called out the Chiefs and their tight end, Travis Kelce, for what he deems an excessive focus on media appearances.

Portnoy will join the team of Fox's college football show, with other Barstool personalities, with the company also creating a new daily studio show for Fox Sports 1.

BOSTON, MA - JUNE 9: Dave Portnoy attends the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics during Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals on June 9, 2024 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.

He appears frequently Fox News and Fox Business Network. Portnoy played a major role in Michigan flipping No. 1-ranked 2025 QB prospect Bryce Underwood to the Wolverines' recruiting class from LSU.

Michigan received a significant fine, including the loss of two years of postseason football revenue, but avoided punitive penalties such as a postseason ban from the NCAA Committee on Infractions.