Vernon Butler Jr. (born June 14, 1994) is an American professional football nose tackle.

He played college football for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, and was selected in the first round of the 2016 NFL draft by the Carolina Panthers.

[9][10] On May 2, 2019, the Panthers declined the fifth-year option on Butler's contract, making him a free agent in 2020.

[11] On December 22, 2019, Butler was ejected after punching Jack Doyle of the Indianapolis Colts in a 38–6 loss.

[16] On December 3, 2022, Butler was elevated from the practice squad for the Week 13 game against the Washington Commanders.