Barstool Sports owner Dave Portnoy, who will be a contributor on FOX Sports’ “Big Noon Kickoff” this season, will not be in Ohio Stadium as the show previews the Texas at Ohio State game on Saturday.

However, according to Ohio State and Athletics Director Ross Bjork, the decision was made by FOX Sports, not by Ohio State.

Front Office Sports initially reported on Monday that Portnoy had been banned from Ohio Stadium.

Ohio State responded on Tuesday and shared that the report from FOS is not accurate.

“Ohio State routinely holds planning meetings with media partners and provides in-put regarding broadcast set-up, kickoff times and other matters,” Ohio State said in a statement . “During planning meetings with FOX regarding Big Noon Kickoff’s visit to campus this week, FOX represen

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