Overview

• Over July 12–14, Cutler shared Instagram posts of his Sable antelope kill, captioning the animal “Sable down” and later posting a video of the hunt.
• Despite fierce criticism from followers, he continued to upload photos of additional game animals he hunted during the safari.
• South African trophy hunting authorities state that his hunt complied with regulated quotas and protocols, noting fees support anti-poaching and community programs.
• Online reactions remain split, with detractors decrying his actions as animal cruelty and supporters pointing to the conservation and local benefits of licensed hunts.
• Cutler’s spotlight hunting trip follows his 12-year NFL career and a 2024 DUI and firearm arrest, intensifying public scrutiny of his motives.