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In the past few days Harrison Butker has remained a prominent figure in both sports headlines and culture wars across the nation. As the Kansas City Chiefs kicker prepared for yet another Super Bowl appearance, with the team arriving in New Orleans for the big game, the shadow of his still-discussed May 2024 commencement speech at Benedictine College followed him everywhere. According to the Associated Press via AOL, Butker reiterated that he has "no regrets" about the speech that stirred up nationwide debate. He doubled down at a recent Super Bowl media event, telling reporters he stood by his words and did not feel the need to apologize, emphasizing his belief that “God’s prepared me for that moment to feel confident in who I am” as he navigates the backlash.

The lines Butker delivered at Benedictine College—criticizing Pride Month, IVF, and suggesting most women in the audience would be “most excited about your marriage and the children you will bring into this world”—continue to echo. Jon Stewart’s commentary on conservative cancel culture highlighted Butker’s role as a flashpoint figure, a subject that keeps his name in national conversations beyond the gridiron. Fellow public figures have weighed in, too—Serena Williams, a group of nuns from Benedictine, NFL rivals like the Los Angeles Chargers, and even Brooke Schwartz, wife of former Chiefs lineman Mitch Schwartz, who continued her outspoken criticism of Butker over the weekend. According to ESPN, Butker’s standing with the Chiefs remains solid, and he is still considered “among the league’s best” at his position, projected as a clear lock for the final 53-man roster with another season as one of the NFL’s top kickers.

On the actual football field Butker lived up to his reputation, splitting the uprights with a 58-yard field goal against the Arizona Cardinals in preseason, a highlight shared by the Chiefs and celebrated widely on social media. As for public appearances, Butker was seen arriving for the preseason game against the Chicago Bears in late August, cool-headed despite the media scrum. On social platforms, his name trended again after a reel of former President Trump praising his athletic skills and “beauty” was shared widely, adding an unexpected hint of levity to the recent debates.

Businesswise, no new endorsements or ventures have been confirmed this week, but speculation persists about how his polarizing persona could affect future partnerships. Still, no official word has emerged from Butker or his representatives. As of today, the conversation around Harrison Butker continues to center on the intersection of personal conviction and public scrutiny, all set against the backdrop of the NFL’s biggest stage.

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