What do defamation accusations and OnlyFans have in common?
They both get people feeling a little toasty under the collar.
Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner and Barstool Sports are being sued for defamation by Kalli Mariakis after she took offense to what was intended as a joke. We’ll get into the “who said what” of it all here in a minute, but what we want to know is this: How, in the year 2025, is accusing someone of having an OnlyFans page still considered a sick burn?
The Drama Unfolds
Here’s what happened. Gardner plays for the New York Jets, fierce rivals of the Buffalo Bills. Mariakis is a die-hard Bills fan, and when Gardner posted a picture on Instagram captioned, “Do I even have to say what I’m getting built at my new house?” Mariakis clapped back with a joke about him building a simulator to “not commit pass interference or defensive holding.”
Her tweet, seen by 7.3 million people, prompted Gardner to snark back: “I’m sure your husband wouldn’t like it if I told him you dm’d (direct messaged) me your OF link, would he?” Mariakis called his bluff, saying her husband was eagerly waiting by his inbox for a link she insists doesn’t exist.
Enter Barstool Sports—because of course they did—publishing an article titled, “If you’re a Married OnlyFans Model Who’s Been DMing Sauce Gardner, You’d Be Wise Not to Troll Him about His Coverage Skill.” Mariakis interpreted this as Barstool alleging she had an OnlyFans page and was lying about it. Predictably, internet rumors about her alleged OnlyFans page spread like wildfire, much to her frustration.
And now? She’s suing Gardner and Barstool Sports for defamation.
Apparently, a subscription-based platform has sparked the courtroom drama everyone’s been hungry for—without even an OnlyFans page involved.
The Legal Lowdown
Mariakis claims that being accused of having an OnlyFans page in front of such a large audience harmed her reputation. Defamation, legally speaking, involves false information that damages someone’s reputation. If Mariakis can prove that the accusation was both false and intended to harm her reputation, she might have a case.
Meanwhile, Gardner and Barstool Sports are likely to lean on a “your mama”-style defense: that they were being intentionally stupid and funny, not malicious.
Why Is OnlyFans Still a “Gotcha”?
Back to the real question: Why was Gardner’s go-to clapback to accuse Mariakis of having an OnlyFans page? What’s so bad about having one, and why are we, in 2025, still conflating sex with morality?
Throughout history, society has looked down on sex work, despite the fact that no developed society has ever functioned without it. Even though OnlyFans isn’t exclusively explicit content, its reputation often precedes it. Many assume that if you’re on OnlyFans, you’re there to “sell nudes and bang dudes.”
But here’s the kicker: OnlyFans isn’t just about hosting saucy content behind a paywall. It’s a platform for artists, chefs, and even Olympic athletes to connect with their audiences and monetize their work. Whether it’s sharing recipes without ads or offering behind-the-scenes glimpses into athletic training, OnlyFans empowers creators to control their content and revenue streams.
Unless your reputation depends on hating creative side hustles, what’s the big deal?
Sex Work Is Work
Sex work is the world’s oldest profession, and it’s work. OnlyFans creators often report feeling empowered by controlling their content and earnings. While society still has work to do in destigmatizing sex work, progress has been made. If lawyers can charge $400/hour, why can’t a creator charge $20/month for their content?
Oh, Internet. Thy Name Is Hypocrisy
Celebrities post risqué photos and are praised—let’s not forget Kim Kardashian’s “break the internet” moment—while OnlyFans creators get judged for charging for similar content. Scroll Instagram long enough, and you might find yourself wondering when you accidentally landed on OnlyFans.
The Real Issue
So, could falsely claiming someone has an OnlyFans page be defamation? Maybe. But the bigger problem lies in why we still see sex work as inherently demeaning rather than just another profession.
Next time someone tries to insult you by saying you have an OnlyFans page, thank them for the free marketing.
This post was originally published on this site be sure to check out more of their content.
