Why did David Portney get kicked out of Super Bowl?

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The 2022 NFL Super Bowl saw at least one puzzling moment, as the founder and CEO of Barstool Sports, David Portney, was kicked out of the game unceremoniously. That wasn't the first time Portney's frosty relationship with the top guns at the NFL was on full display, and it likely won't be the last time.

Join us as we deep dive into why David Portney got kicked out of last year's SB and whether there's a slim chance he could attend this year's big game.


David Portney got kicked out of Super Bowl 2022 because of an existing ban

David Portney is one of the most colorful football fans out there, but it's fair to say that his antics do not amuse everyone.

Portney was kicked out of the 2022 Super Bowl due to an existing ban he got from attending NFL games. He got that ban due to an incident, where he entered NFL press day by creating counterfeit media passes. That led to him getting banned from the Big Game and subsequent NFL games.

Never one to lie down quietly, Portney also ruffled the NFL's feathers when he allegedly staged a protest outside NFL's main headquarters following the infamous Deflategate scandal.

It was reported that Portney and his fellow protesters decided to handcuff each other in the lobby of the NFL headquarters. Portney allegedly ordered 70,000 towels that depicted NFL commissioner Roger Goodell’s face in clown makeup to make matters more ridiculous. He then proceeded to give them out to New England Patriots fans.

For all these reasons, Portney got kicked out of Super Bowl 2022. He rubbed off the NFL the wrong side, and time is running out for him to book his ticket to the 2023 game. Even if he does attend, there's a high chance he could face a similar fate to last year.


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When will SB LVII be played?

It will be played on Sunday, February 12, 2023, between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at 6:30 pm ET.

Where is SB LVII being played?

It will be played at State Farm Stadium, Arizona, which also serves as the home turf for the Kyler Murray-led Arizona Cardinals.

Can I stream the Super Bowl?

Yes, you can. It will be available to be streamed on the FOX Sports App and promises to be an immersive experience.

Who will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show?

The Barbadian nine-time Grammy winner Rihanna will perform this year's half-time show. Whether she will do the set alone or bring in some special guests remains to be seen, though.

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