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Harrison Butker is washed and the Chiefs don’t seem to care

Harrison Butker has been the worst kicker in the NFL for two years, and the Kansas City Chiefs don't seem too eager to make any changes for the better.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 8:00 PM
Harrison Butker is washed and the Chiefs don’t seem to care
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Parker Buchele argues that Harrison Butker has become unreliable and the Chiefs must end his tenure as kicker.
  • Butker missed two consecutive 50-plus-yard field goals against the New York Jets, dropping to 2-for-8 from that distance.
  • The article questions why the Chiefs have not utilized veteran kicker Justin Tucker over the struggling Butker.
The Story in 60 Seconds

KC Kingdom writer Parker Buchele argues that the Kansas City Chiefs need to move on from kicker Harrison Butker following sustained struggles. During a matchup against the New York Jets, Butker missed two consecutive kicks from beyond 50 yards at the end of the first half, reducing his season success rate from that distance to 2-for-8.

Buchele criticizes the Chiefs for sticking with Butker despite what he characterizes as poor performances over the past two seasons. The article also questions why Kansas City brought in veteran kicker Justin Tucker if the team remains reluctant to replace Butker in games.

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