Kansas State recruit tackled by his mother during photo shoot

During a Kansas State recruiting photo session, the athlete’s mother unexpectedly stepped onto the field and tackled him, sparking a viral reaction across social media. The incident abruptly halted the on‑campus photo session.

The mother’s intervention was posted on the recruit’s social media and quickly amassed thousands of views. University officials said they will review safety protocols.

The athlete affirmed his focus on moving forward with his college career.