Dave Portnoy Criticizes Zach Bryan Over Alleged UFC Shoutout Arrangement

The Barstool Sports founder accuses the country singer of orchestrating a UFC fighter's name-drop, reigniting tensions tied to Bryan's ex-girlfriend.

Dave Portnoy accused Zach Bryan of allegedly coordinating with UFC fighter David Onama to secure a promotional shoutout during a post-fight interview.
Onama claimed on a podcast that Bryan's team approached his management to request the mention, offering concert tickets in return.
Portnoy labeled Bryan a 'pathetic little man' and criticized him for allegedly using the shoutout to target his ex-girlfriend, Brianna 'Chickenfry' LaPaglia, who was in attendance.
LaPaglia, a Barstool Sports personality, has previously accused Bryan of emotional abuse and claimed he attempted to silence her with a $12 million non-disclosure agreement.
Onama later clarified on social media that Bryan himself was not directly involved in the arrangement and that he agreed to the shoutout as a favor to teammates who are fans of the singer.