What Did Rico Bosco Do to Cons? The Truth Behind the Barstool Sports Feud

Rico Bosco is a popular personality at Barstool Sports, a media company that covers sports and pop culture. He is known for his gambling picks, his loyalty to his fans (called the Riders), and his feuds with other Barstool employees. One of his most notorious enemies is Captain Cons, a former Army officer and the co-host of Zero Blog Thirty, a military podcast.

But what did Rico Bosco do to Cons that sparked such animosity? And how has their feud affected the Barstool Sports community? 

The Origin of the Feud

According to Cons, the feud started several years ago when he and Rico met at a baseball game. Rico reached out to Cons and they talked for about 20 minutes. Cons then said he had to go back to his friends and left. Rico took this as a sign of disrespect and accused Cons of “big timing” him. He also claimed that Cons was not a real veteran and that he lied about his military service.

Cons denied these allegations and said that he was just being polite and respectful to Rico. He also provided proof of his military service, including his deployment orders, his medals, and his discharge papers. He challenged Rico to apologize and retract his statements, but Rico refused.

The Escalation of the Feud

Since then, the feud has escalated to various incidents and confrontations. Some of the most notable ones are:

  • In 2019, Rico blocked Cons on Twitter after Cons tweeted a picture of himself with Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports. Rico accused Cons of trying to steal his spot and undermine his relationship with Portnoy.
  • In 2020, Rico quit Barstool Sports after he found out that Cons was hired as a full-time employee. He said that he could not work with someone who disrespected him and his Riders. He also blamed Portnoy for betraying him and siding with Cons.
  • In 2021, Rico returned to Barstool Sports after Portnoy convinced him to come back. However, he demanded that Cons be removed from any show or event that he was involved in. He also refused to acknowledge or interact with Cons in any way.
  • In 2021, Rico got suspended for a month after he attacked Big T, another Barstool employee, in the office. The reason for the attack was that Big T joined Cons’ trivia team for a tournament. Rico considered this as a betrayal and an act of war.

The Impact of the Feud

The feud between Rico and Cons has had a significant impact on the Barstool Sports community. It has divided the fans, the employees, and even the media into two camps: Team Rico and Team Cons. Some of the effects are:

  • The fans have been vocal about their support or opposition to either side. They have engaged in online debates, arguments, and insults. They have also created memes, hashtags, and merchandise to express their allegiance.
  • The employees have been caught in the middle of the feud. Some have tried to stay neutral or avoid taking sides. Others have openly sided with either Rico or Cons. Some have even tried to mediate or resolve the conflict.
  • The media has been covering the feud extensively. Some have reported on the facts and the evidence. Others have sensationalized or exaggerated the story. Some have even taken sides or participated in the feud.

Conclusion

The feud between Rico Bosco and Captain Cons is one of the most controversial and heated rivalries in Barstool Sports history. It has its roots in a perceived slight at a baseball game and has grown into a personal and professional conflict. It has also affected the Barstool Sports community in various ways.

While some may find the feud entertaining or amusing, others may find it disturbing or annoying. Regardless of one’s opinion, it is clear that the feud is not likely to end anytime soon. Unless both parties can find a way to bury the hatchet or agree to disagree, the feud will continue to rage on.

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