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Butker's Boots: Chiefs Kicker's Slump Sparks Concern
26 Oct
Summary
- Harrison Butker leads NFL with 15 missed kicks since 2025.
- He has converted only 50% of field goals from 50+ yards.
- Coach Andy Reid maintains confidence despite recent struggles.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's performance has become a significant concern, highlighted by another disappointing outing in their recent 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Despite head coach Andy Reid's continued support, Butker has endured several difficult seasons.
His missed 58-yard field goal attempt in the recent game, following a record-setting 69-yard kick in the preseason, has raised questions about mechanical issues or potential injuries. Although he later made a 50-yard kick, a subsequent 45-yard miss proved costly.
Statistics reveal a troubling trend: Butker has missed 15 kicks since the start of the 2025 season, more than any other NFL kicker. His success rate on field goals of 50 yards or longer has dropped to 50% since the 2024 season.
Despite these numbers, coach Andy Reid publicly stated his confidence, acknowledging Butker's off-form but vowing to 'fix that.' The Chiefs are financially committed to Butker through 2028, making a change difficult, but his current performance level is comparable to an average practice squad kicker.
