{
  "id": 18644000,
  "title": "How Will Butler used Mr. Football snub to lead Green Hill past Blackman",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/how-will-butler-used-mr-football-snub-to-lead-green-hill-past-blackman",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-07T05:27:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/butler-used-mr-football-snub-052711671.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Will Butler, initially left off the 2026 Class 6A Tennessee Titans Mr. Football semifinalist list, delivered a standout performance for Green Hill, leading them to a 21-14 victory over Blackman in the TSSAA football playoffs Class 6A first-round. The Swiss Army Knife wide receiver, quarterback, safety, linebacker, and punter showcased his all-around skills, scoring the Hawks' first and last touchdowns. Butler, who expressed frustration over not being named a Mr. Football semifinalist, played the game with determination to prove his worth. Green Hill advanced to face Cleveland at home in the second round, while Blackman finished with a 6-5 record. Green Hill coach Josh Crouch praised Butler's pivotal role, stating that the team doesn't need external votes to recognize their success.",
  "summary": "Marshall commit Will Butler played several different positions, scored two touchdowns and left Green Hill to a 21-14 win over Blackman.",
  "key_points": [
    "Butler snub motivates Green Hill to victory",
    "All-around player leads to 21-14 win over Blackman",
    "Green Hill advances to second-round playoff"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Butler’s versatile performance transforms personal frustration into competitive momentum, proving that individual accolades are secondary to team success during high-stakes playoff matchups.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}