Kansas State QB Avery Johnson’s dad, brother get into wild fight after loss

The aftermath of Kansas State’s loss to Iowa State in Dublin took a surprising turn when an altercation broke out between two members of quarterback Avery Johnson’s family. The incident, which was captured on camera, involved Johnson’s father, Mark, and his eldest son, Anthony, as they engaged in a physical altercation following the Aer Lingus College Football Classic at Aviva Stadium. Onlookers attempted to intervene and break up the fight as tensions escalated.

Reports confirmed that the individuals involved in the altercation were indeed members of Johnson’s family, but no arrests were made in connection with the incident. In a joint statement released the following day, Mark and Anthony expressed regret for their actions and apologized for the unnecessary fight that had taken place. They acknowledged that senseless bickering had escalated into a physical confrontation and took full responsibility for their behavior. The two reconciled and extended their apologies to Kansas State University, its alumni, and fans, pledging to learn from the incident and prevent similar occurrences in the future.

The exact cause of the fight remains unclear, but a viral video of the altercation captured a moment of embarrassment and distress as voices could be heard urging the individuals to stop. Despite the off-field drama, Johnson had put up an impressive performance during the game, completing 21-of-30 passes for 273 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to rushing for 21 yards and another touchdown. However, Iowa State emerged victorious with a score of 24-21, marking the beginning of the 2025 college football season with Week 0 action.

Johnson, who is in his third season with the Wildcats, is coming off a successful campaign where he threw for over 2,500 yards. As the quarterback navigates the challenges of the upcoming season, it is clear that the incident involving his family members will serve as a learning experience for all involved. The Johnson family’s public apology and commitment to moving forward from the altercation demonstrate a willingness to confront mistakes and strive for better behavior in the future.