Dave Portnoy explains Pat McAfee's departure from Barstool Sports

Dave Portnoy discussed the reasons behind Pat McAfee's exit from Barstool Sports in 2018 during an interview with Front Office Sports. Portnoy stated McAfee felt disrespected by the business side, attributing his departure to a lack of trust, particularly related to payment issues. Portnoy contested McAfee's view, claiming the Barstool sales staff had a commission structure that incentivized their performance equally for all projects. Since leaving Barstool, McAfee has experienced significant success, reportedly negotiating a new deal with ESPN that could exceed $60 million annually. Portnoy noted both parties have thrived since the split, providing insight into a professional relationship that ultimately ended amicably.

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