Overview

• The altercation between Mark and Anthony Johnson occurred outside Aviva Stadium after Kansas State’s 24-21 loss to Iowa State in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic.
• On3 published a joint statement in which the two apologized, called the dispute “senseless bickering,” said they resolved their differences, and accepted responsibility.
• Video of the scuffle circulated widely on social media, with bystanders seen intervening as the two wrestled on the ground.
• Multiple outlets, citing reporters including Tim Fitzgerald and Pete Nakos, identified the men as Avery Johnson’s father and brother, and coverage noted no arrests linked to the incident.
• Public reaction ranged from fan commentary to media takes, including Dave Portnoy’s post on X, as discussion shifted to reputational fallout for the quarterback and program.