Fact check: Trent Crimm went from being one of Ted Lasso's biggest sceptics to his most ardent supporter.

1. Summary of the results

The statement about Trent Crimm's transformation is well-documented across multiple sources. Initially, Trent was highly critical of Ted Lasso, questioning his coaching abilities and football knowledge ^{[1] [1]}. His transformation began after spending a day with Ted for an interview, where instead of writing an expected negative piece, he produced an article supporting Ted's unconventional methods ^{[2] [2]}. This evolution culminated in Trent leaving his position at The Independent to write a book about Richmond called "The Lasso Way" or "The Richmond Way" ^{[1] [1]}.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original statement omits several important details about Trent's evolution:

• Trent became more than just a supporter - he actually joined the "Diamond Dogs" group ^[1]
• His character arc was significant enough that he was promoted to a main character in season 3 ^[3]
• Actor James Lance noted that Trent's character development included "dropping his defenses and feeling part of the game" ^[3]
• The transformation has resonated so strongly with fans that "Tedependent" (Ted + Independent) has become a popular narrative in fan fiction ^[4]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

While the core statement is accurate, it oversimplifies a complex character evolution:

• The statement presents the transformation as a simple binary shift from skeptic to supporter, when in reality, it was a gradual process that included professional changes (leaving his job), personal growth (joining the Diamond Dogs), and even a shift in his writing focus ^{[1] [1]}
• The original statement doesn't acknowledge that even when Trent became supportive, he still maintained his journalistic integrity by acknowledging Ted's unconventional methods while supporting them ^[2]
• The transformation wasn't just about supporting Ted, but about becoming an integral part of the Richmond community, which is a more nuanced development than the statement suggests ^[3]