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Male Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader Shuts Down Haters While Making NFL Debut

The Minnesota Vikings' addition of two male cheerleaders reflects growing LGBTQ+ inclusion in sports despite conservative fans pulling season tickets, with one-third of NFL teams now featuring male cheerleaders.

  • The Minnesota Vikings announced two male cheerleaders, Blaize Shiek and Louie Conn, joining their 2025 squad at U.S. Bank Stadium.
  • This inclusion follows a broader NFL trend where 12 teams now have male cheerleaders amid ongoing culture wars and social media backlash.
  • Shiek expressed gratitude for the opportunity to inspire others and discussed his journey in a Vikings YouTube video, while the team celebrated his impact on Instagram.
  • "No MF he is just on the team," former player Torrey Smith responded to critics accusing male cheerleaders of displacing women.
  • The Vikings defended their male cheerleaders, confirming no season ticket cancellations, signaling the team's support amidst polarized reactions.
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voz.us broke the news in on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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