Chiefs’ Kicker’s New Contract Marks Victory Over Leftist Outrage Mob
Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs has become the highest-paid kicker in the NFL with a 4-year, $26 million extension, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. This contract, which includes $17.75 million guaranteed, follows a season where Butker excelled in key metrics and helped the Chiefs secure another Super Bowl title.
The signing comes after Butker faced intense backlash for his commencement speech at Benedictine College. In his address, Butker praised his wife and faith, and criticized Pride Month and President Biden’s pro-abortion policies. His comments led to a Change.org petition with nearly 240,000 signatures calling for the Chiefs to drop him, accusing him of being “sexist, homophobic, anti-trans, anti-abortion, and racist.”
Butker, however, stood firm in his beliefs. At the Courage Under Fire gala in Nashville, he responded to the backlash, saying that the “shocking level of hate” would not silence him. “If it wasn’t clear that the timeless Catholic values are hated by many, it is now,” Butker stated, reaffirming his commitment to his faith.
The Chiefs organization and Butker’s teammates have supported him throughout the controversy. His new contract is a testament to his on-field excellence and his resolve in the face of public outcry, showcasing a victory over cancel culture.
