BREAKING: Harrison Butker Rejects $10 Million Starbucks Deal, Declares “I Don’t Work With the Wokes”

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has once again made headlines—not for a game-winning field goal, but for turning down a jaw-dropping $10 million endorsement deal from global coffee giant Starbucks. His reason? A blunt and unapologetic statement: “I don’t work with the wokes.”

Sources close to the situation revealed that Starbucks approached Butker with a multi-year marketing deal aimed at promoting a new “values-driven” product line. The campaign was reportedly centered around themes of inclusivity, sustainability, and corporate social justice—values that the NFL star has publicly clashed with in recent years.

Butker, known for his devout Catholic faith and traditionalist values, wasted no time walking away from the offer. In a now-viral statement, the Super Bowl champion reportedly said:

“Ten million dollars doesn’t mean anything to me if it comes with strings attached to an agenda I don’t believe in. I’m not here to push woke slogans. I’m here to live in truth—and that’s not for sale.”

A History of Bold Stances

This isn’t the first time Butker has made waves outside of football. Earlier this year, he drew both criticism and praise for a commencement speech in which he encouraged young women to embrace motherhood and criticized what he called “modern moral confusion.” His remarks instantly became a cultural flashpoint, with some accusing him of misogyny and others hailing him as a rare athlete who speaks boldly about faith and family.

Turning down Starbucks appears to be the latest—and perhaps most expensive—line drawn in the sand.

Starbucks’ Reaction

While Starbucks has not publicly confirmed the failed partnership, insiders at the company were reportedly “shocked” by Butker’s decision. One executive allegedly described the rejection as “a missed opportunity for unity.” Others within the brand’s marketing team expressed frustration over the backlash they’ve faced from both sides of the aisle in recent years.

“This was supposed to be a high-profile collaboration to show common ground,” one source told AdWeek. “We didn’t expect to be called ‘woke extremists’ for it.”

Conservative Applause, Liberal Outrage

The reaction to Butker’s bold refusal has been predictably polarized.

Conservative pundits and fans erupted in applause, calling him a “man of principle” and a “rare athlete willing to say no to woke corporate America.” Social media lit up with hashtags like #StandWithButker and #BoycottWokeBrands, while some even called for a broader movement of athletes refusing politically charged endorsements.

On the other side, critics have accused Butker of hypocrisy and intolerance.

“Harrison Butker turning down a $10 million deal because of ‘wokeness’ says more about his narrow worldview than his convictions,” tweeted one progressive activist. “He’s free to decline—but let’s not pretend bigotry is bravery.”

What’s Next for Butker?

Despite the storm, Butker doesn’t seem fazed. In fact, sources say he’s in talks with several conservative-leaning brands for future partnerships—companies that align with his message of faith, family, and traditional values. He’s also reportedly considering launching his own product line that avoids “corporate virtue signaling altogether.”

As for Starbucks, the company is said to be re-evaluating its influencer strategy amid the growing backlash against “woke capitalism.” Whether this failed partnership leads to a course correction or more doubling down remains to be seen.

One thing’s certain: Harrison Butker is not backing down—and his message is loud and clear.

“I don’t care how much money is on the table. My soul’s not for sale.”