Riley Gaines calls USA Today criticism of Caitlin Clark ‘insane and defamatory’
- Posted on July 24, 2026
- By Fox News
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In brief
Riley Gaines, OutKick commentator, publicly criticized a USA Today columnist's controversial article regarding Caitlin Clark, arguing the piece made unfounded accusations against the basketball player. The columnist claimed Clark's prominence endangered Black and LGBTQ+ athletes in professional women's basketball. Gaines defended Clark on Fox News, characterizing the column as baseless and potentially defamatory, sparking broader debate about media responsibility and athlete representation in sports journalism.
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Riley Gaines calls USA Today criticism of Caitlin Clark ‘insane and defamatory’
OutKick host Riley Gaines discusses a USA Today columnist facing backlash for her controversial Caitlin Clark column, accusing the WNBA player of putting Black and queer players ‘in danger’ on ‘Hannity.’
