DUBLIN —

(CNN) — The family of Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson has apologized for the physical fight Johnson’s father and brother were reported to have had following No. 17 Wildcats’ loss to No. 22 Iowa State in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Ireland on Saturday. Video of the fight quickly went viral on social media.

Video above: KCCI's Scott Reister tests Dublin's knowledge of football and Iowa

Johnson’s father, Mark, and brother, Anthony, said they “sincerely apologize” for their actions, according to a family statement shared by the sports media outlet On3, which Kansas State University referred CNN to when reached for comment.

“Senseless bickering escalated into an unnecessary fight. We have resolved our differences and take full responsibility for our action

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