Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has made the difficult decision to remove star kicker Harrison Butker from the team’s roster for the remainder of the season. This decision comes in response to a controversial speech made by Butker that went viral and drew significant backlash from the NFL community.

Coach Andy Reid Bows to NFL Pressure, Removes Harrison Butker from Roster for Season Over Viral Speech: ‘I Hate to Do This But Have No Choice

The controversy began when a video surfaced online showing Harrison Butker delivering a speech that was deemed offensive by many. In the speech, Butker made disparaging remarks about certain players, coaches, and officials in the NFL, prompting swift condemnation from fans, media outlets, and league officials.

Coach Andy Reid, known for his integrity and commitment to upholding the values of the Kansas City Chiefs organization, was quick to address the situation. In a statement released by the team, Reid expressed his disappointment in Butker’s behavior and announced that the kicker would be removed from the roster for the remainder of the season.

“I hate to do this, but I have no choice,” Reid said in the statement. “The Kansas City Chiefs organization holds itself to a high standard of conduct, both on and off the field. Harrison’s comments were not in line with those standards, and as a result, he will not be representing our team for the rest of the season.”