The father of Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has stunned the nation again. After turning in his own son, he now says he will donate the entire $1.15 million reward to Kirk’s family.
The bounty had swelled in the days after Kirk’s assassination. The FBI initially offered $100,000, with political figures adding contributions, and billionaire Bill Ackman boosting the total to $1 million. The final figure reached $1.15 million.
A number of people have reached out and/or posted expressing concern that Tyler Robinson’s father may collect a $1.2m reward for turning in his son, which inspires a few thoughts.
First, in order for rewards to be effective in finding criminals, the rewards need to be paid even… — Bill Ackman (@BillAckman) September 13, 2025
Authorities confirmed Robinson’s father was eligible for the payout after his tip led directly to his son’s arrest. Ackman himself had pledged the reward would be honored if the family was cleared of any wrongdoing.
But in an emotional statement, the father announced he would not keep a cent. “This is what a father is supposed to do. My son wronged the Kirk family, and it’s my responsibility to help him face that mistake. The money is enormous, but it’s not meant for me. I want it to go to the Kirk family instead.”
His words drew praise across social media, where many called the decision an act of courage and humility. Some described it as a remarkable attempt to offer healing after an unthinkable tragedy.
FBI officials said the logistics of transferring the funds to Kirk’s family will be coordinated in the coming weeks. Legal experts noted the move is unprecedented but could stand as long as all parties agree.
Ackman responded with respect on X: “I always keep my word. If the family wishes to give the reward to the Kirks, I will honor that. It speaks volumes about his integrity.”
For now, Tyler Robinson awaits trial. But his father’s decision to donate the reward ensures that this chapter will be remembered not only for violence and loss, but also for a father’s painful act of redemption.
Cowboys Star Agrees to Restructure, Saving Team $6 Million in Salary Cap Space
Dallas, TX – September 4, 2025
The Dallas Cowboys have executed a financial maneuver to improve roster flexibility while retaining one of their most valuable defensive pieces. By adjusting the structure of a long-term deal, the front office has created critical cap space for 2025.
Balancing contracts and roster construction is always a challenge, especially in the wake of high-profile departures. With defensive depth under the microscope, the Cowboys opted for a move that secures stability in the secondary while also opening the door for reinforcements elsewhere.
That player is Trevon Diggs, the Pro Bowl cornerback signed to a five-year, $97 million extension in 2023. His 2025 cap hit stood at $14.1 million, including $9.6 million in base salary. By converting around $8 million of that salary into a signing bonus and spreading the charge across the deal’s final two years, Dallas frees up about
$6 million in immediate cap space.
Trevon Diggs Agrees to Restructure, Saving Team $6 Million in Salary Cap Space pic.twitter.com/m0MqQbTJlw
— Adam Schetfer (@fanhub_nfl) September 4, 2025
The restructure doesn’t come without risk — it pushes the potential dead cap hit in 2026 to $25 million — but the Cowboys view the trade-off as worthwhile. Diggs has established himself as a true lockdown presence with
18 career interceptions, and with veteran Jourdan Lewis no longer on the roster, his role as the anchor of the secondary is more important than ever.
The additional space could prove critical. Dallas is expected to explore adding an edge rusher, with names like
Trey Hendrickson linked to the market, in hopes of offsetting the loss of Micah Parsons earlier this offseason.
Diggs’s willingness to restructure highlights his standing as a franchise cornerstone. Fan voices on social media, including NFL analyst @rjochoa, have repeatedly called him the “pillar of the secondary” — a sentiment the organization clearly echoes.
For Dallas, the move underscores a dual strategy: secure stars already in place while maintaining cap flexibility to add impact talent. For Diggs, it’s a reaffirmation of his long-term place at the center of the Cowboys’ defensive identity.
As the Cowboys prepare to open the season, they do so with one of the NFL’s premier corners locked in — and with just enough cap breathing room to stay aggressive in building around him.