Mike Tannenbaum Makes Joke About Brian Windhorst on “Get Up”

During an episode of “Get Up” on Friday, ESPN NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum made a somewhat crude joke regarding NBA writer Brian Windhorst, causing a stir among viewers.

In response to a question from Dan Graziano—who was filling in for host Mike Greenberg—about Aaron Rodgers potentially leading the Steelers to their first playoff win since 2016, Tannenbaum replied with a definitive “No.” He then added, perhaps a bit jokingly, that he was “even more sure that Windy is in the cafeteria right now.”

Windhorst, who was actually in the studio but not part of that segment, had recently made headlines after LeBron James leveled some public criticisms at him. Graziano, seemingly confused, commented, “I don’t know where Windy is.”

Reactions to Tannenbaum’s comments varied among viewers. One person questioned whether Tannenbaum had, in fact, teased Windhorst’s weight. Another chimed in, asking if the joke implied that Windhorst disliked the cafeteria food at ESPN.

Earlier in the show, Windhorst had inadvertently wandered into a live camera shot, which Graziano playfully noted. It seems Windhorst is still adjusting to the new setup at ESPN, as the morning shows, including “Get Up” and “First Take,” recently relocated to a new studio at Hudson Square from their former Seaport Studios in Lower Manhattan.

Tannenbaum didn’t clarify if his joke was a nod to Windhorst’s minor camera mishap. In March, during “The Pat McAfee Show,” LeBron had openly criticized Windhorst, calling him “strange” and casting doubt on the nature of their friendship.

Windhorst has provided extensive coverage of James throughout his career, showcasing a relationship that has its complexities.