“An absolute piece of sh*t”: Dave Portnoy says he’s no fan of Patrick Mahomes and slams Kanye West while defending Taylor Swift

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy isn't holding back. In a recent podcast episode, he took aim at both Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and rapper Kanye West, making it clear where his loyalties lie. While defending Taylor Swift, Portnoy revealed Mahomes' apparent dislike for Barstool and blasted Kanye as “a piece of sh*t,” reigniting two major pop culture feuds.Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy recently revealed on his podcast that he’s no fan of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes—despite the star’s close ties to Taylor Swift through Travis Kelce.Portnoy, a vocal Taylor Swift supporter, clarified that his Swiftie status doesn’t extend to backing her boyfriend’s NFL team. “So, you're a Swiftie. You’re rooting for the Chiefs and Kelce?” a co-host asked him. Portnoy’s quick reply: “No, I’m not.” The reason? Mahomes allegedly doesn’t like Barstool.According to Portnoy, former NFL lineman Taylor Lewan asked Mahomes during a media session if he would do an interview now that Lewan and his show “Bussin’ With The Boys” are no longer with Barstool. Mahomes reportedly responded, “Yeah, that helps,” implying that Barstool’s involvement was a dealbreaker. “I didn't know Patrick Mahomes hated Barstool, but he does. I found that out today,” Portnoy explained. “So now I don’t like him.”The conversation pivoted to another moment of celebrity drama involving Taylor Swift—her long-standing feud with rapper Kanye West. Portnoy didn’t hold back. “Kanye is a piece of sh*t. Kanye is an absolute piece of sh*t,” he stated bluntly. He expressed disbelief at how some people still defend West after his various controversies.What’s especially telling is Portnoy’s unwavering tone. “You know what I noticed? People that you don't like—there is no misinterpretation of where you stand on these people.” That bluntness is part of what makes Portnoy a polarizing figure in media, but also what his fans appreciate about him.Despite Taylor Swift’s NFL presence thanks to her high-profile romance with Travis Kelce, Portnoy isn’t swayed to root for the Chiefs. His loyalty lies with Swift personally—not necessarily with those around her.Also Read: Travis Kelce dating Taylor Swift is costing NFL fans hundreds of dollars — and frustrated Chiefs supporters are calling it the ‘Swift tax’In true Barstool fashion, Portnoy doesn’t mince words, whether it's calling out Mahomes or slamming Kanye West. His blunt commentary continues to stir conversation in the crossover space between sports, media, and pop culture.