In an impressive twist, Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has surpassed his teammate Travis Kelce in NFL jersey sales, despite Kelce’s booming popularity from his relationship with Taylor Swift. Butker’s firm stand on traditional family values has earned him widespread admiration, propelling him to 11th place in the league’s rankings.

Earlier this year, Butker made waves with a powerful speech at Benedictine College. He urged women to embrace their roles as wives and mothers, highlighting the importance of family in a time when many feel these values are being eroded. Butker, a proud Catholic, also took aim at President Joe Biden’s pro-abortion policies and declared pride month a “deadly sin.”

His boldness ignited a firestorm. A Change.org petition demanding his release from the Chiefs gained 260,000 signatures. However, the Chiefs showed where their loyalty lies, offering Butker a historic $26.5 million contract over four years, the largest ever given to an NFL kicker.

Butker’s stance has clearly struck a chord with fans who share his commitment to faith and family. His jersey sales rank higher than Kelce’s, despite Kelce benefiting from a significant boost in sales thanks to his high-profile relationship with Swift. Kelce, a longtime fan favorite, currently sits at 12th in NFL jersey sales.

Critics, like former Kansas City commissioner Justice Horn, claim Butker’s views are out of touch with Kansas City’s values. But others see Butker as a strong role model, standing up for traditional beliefs at a time when such views are often met with hostility. Kelce has even defended Butker’s character, saying that despite their differences, Butker always treats people with kindness.

Butker’s success on the field, combined with his unwavering stance off it, is clearly winning over fans, as his growing jersey sales show. He continues to shine as the Chiefs prepare for their upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons.