Herbstreit made the first comment on X.
Last week, when he was questioned on social media, “Do men belong in women’s sports?” ESPN personality Kirk Herbstreit offered his opinion on the controversy surrounding transgender athletes participating in women’s sports.
With a firm attitude, Herbstreit said, “Of course not.”
In an interview with OutKick’s “Don’t @ Me with Dan Dakich” on Tuesday, he clarified that he didn’t give an s—” about the outcome.
“I’m done caring about any of it whatsoever. It’s almost like there are two separate sets of laws, and if you hold a more conventional viewpoint—like I am a Christian guy—it’s as like there are other regulations for that point of view,” he said. “It’s difficult to keep turning the other cheek repeatedly.
Thus, to be honest, I didn’t give a damn and still don’t. Which is wonderful because, in my opinion, it’s healthier to get there rather than thinking, “Oh my god, I hope I don’t get canceled.” I don’t want to aggravate anyone. I could care less. I will only make a few statements. My issue is that I have a short fuse, so if I let it go and I get to that point, I’ll blow up and say something. that I must exercise caution with.”
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Of course not. Ridiculous question https://t.co/SpwZ07zewv
— Kirk Herbstreit (@KirkHerbstreit) August 6, 2024Herbstreit said that ESPN didn’t give him any backlash.
“I believe I have been holding back on a number of things over the past three years. I tweeted about something. During the off-season, I tend to be relatively quiet. It could have had to do with college football, and because it’s so awful, I’ve made it a point to avoid scrolling through and reading the comments. I just so happened to witness him say that. I believe he asked, “Should men be allowed to play in women’s sports?” To which I responded, “Ridiculous question, of course not.”
“I didn’t think about it, I didn’t respond in detail, and that was it. I had no idea that would be far more beneficial than detrimental. People were probably offended by it. It seems like a no-brainer to me. My sons number four; I do not have a girl. I think I would be much more vocal about this conversation on this issue if I had a daughter. I basically interpreted that as meaning, “Why are you even asking this question,” or anything along those lines.
But sure, dude, during one of Lee Corso’s speeches, he would say things like, “Don’t ask me about race, religion, or politics, or don’t talk about race, religion, or politics in public.'” Nowadays, I believe that’s all everybody discusses. I try to avoid becoming involved in most of it, but there comes a point at which you have to start speaking out a little bit and expressing your opinions. I will have a great deal more to say when I retire or assume your role.”
