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Shaquille O'Neal supports Tom Brady in feud with Dave Portnoy

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Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Shaquille O'Neal supports Tom Brady in feud with Dave Portnoy

Summary

Shaquille O'Neal recently expressed support for Tom Brady after Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy criticized Brady's post-NFL career. Portnoy referred to Brady’s actions as 'cringey' and stated that they diminished his legacy. In response, O'Neal said he would be pleased if Brady punched Portnoy, condemning the latter's remarks as irrelevant. O'Neal emphasized that Brady knows what he is doing and dismissed Portnoy's opinions as unimportant. The exchange highlights ongoing debates about athlete legacies and their actions post-retirement.

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Key Details

•Dave Portnoy criticized Tom Brady's post-retirement actions on his podcast.
•Portnoy described Brady's actions as part of a 'great downfall' of an icon.
•Shaquille O'Neal defended Brady and expressed a wish for violence against Portnoy.
•O'Neal criticized Portnoy's relevance despite his business success.
•Brady's actions continue to evoke mixed reactions from the public and media.

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Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy sounded off recently about his former New England Patriots hero, Tom Brady. Portnoy referred to Brady’s post-NFL career as “cringey” and “lame-ified,” adding that it’s”one of the great downfalls of an icon.” “At the Fanatics thing, he hits [Logan Paul],” Portnoy said on Wake Up Barstool, referencing the lead NFL…
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