Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker addressed the controversy surrounding his offseason commencement speech during Super Bowl LIX Opening Night. He reiterated his stance, stating he had "nothing to apologize for" regarding the backlash he received.

In the speech delivered at Benedictine College, Butker encouraged female graduates to embrace homemaking and expressed criticism towards the LGBTQ community and President Biden's position on abortion. He linked societal issues like abortion, IVF, and surrogacy to what he termed "degenerate cultural values."

While the speech generated significant discussion and differing opinions within the Chiefs' locker room, Butker expressed confidence that his teammates understood his perspective and respected his right to express his views. He emphasized the team's unity and mutual respect, stating that the controversy had sparked constructive dialogue.

During the opening night event, Butker was also asked about his views on the LGBTQ community. An NFL official intervened, and Butker suggested that a private conversation without cameras would be a more appropriate setting for such a discussion. He emphasized his desire to maintain focus on the upcoming game.

Butker's performance in Super Bowl LIX is expected to be crucial, echoing his impactful contribution in the previous Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers, where he set a Super Bowl record with a 57-yard field goal and tied the game with a crucial kick to force overtime.