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Dave Portnoy mocks Michigan State's past blunder regarding Nick Saban

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 5:51 AM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Dave Portnoy mocks Michigan State's past blunder regarding Nick Saban

Summary

Dave Portnoy took aim at Michigan State University following the second episode of ESPN's documentary on Nick Saban, airing on October 21, 2026. The episode highlights MSU's failure to honor a contract that was to raise Saban's salary by $100,000, leading to his departure for LSU. Portnoy, a Michigan Wolverines fan, commented on social media, saying MSU 'ruined their program for like the next 100 years' after mishandling Saban's coaching tenure. The documentary, titled 'Death Valley', examines Saban's journey from his early coaching days at MSU to becoming a significant figure in college football with Alabama and LSU.

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•Dave Portnoy reacted to ESPN's Nick Saban documentary episode.
•The episode covers MSU's failure to honor a salary increase for Saban.
•Portnoy criticized MSU's decision, calling it a long-term blunder.
•Saban won national championships after leaving MSU.
•Documentary episode aired on October 21, 2026.

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5:51 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Tears in my eyes’ – Dave Portnoy mocks Michigan State’s failed attempt to sabotage Nick Saban

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Dave Portnoy didn’t miss a chance to take a shot at MSU after watching the second episode of ESPN’s new six-part Nick Saban documentary. Nick Saban is widely thought of as the greatest college football coach of all time.
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