Overview

• Russillo is expected to launch the venture after his current The Ringer contract expires later this year, according to the report.
• Dave Portnoy and Barstool are expected to invest in the company, and Barstool would host his new show, per Front Office Sports.
• The parties are described as closing in on a multi-year deal covering distribution, revenue, merchandise and other infrastructure.
• Russillo rose to prominence at ESPN starting in 2006 and joined The Ringer full-time in 2019 for podcasting and frequent appearances with Bill Simmons.
• No formal announcements have been made by Russillo, The Ringer or Barstool, so the details remain unconfirmed and developing.