Former NFL star Cam Newton found himself in the midst of a brawl during a 7v7 All-Star event in Atlanta, caught on tape over the weekend.
Video footage circulating online captures Newton, quarterback for the Carolina Panthers and New England Patriots, fending off a group of men at the B.E.S.T. Academy on Sunday.
Newton's 7v7 team, C1N, was participating in a football league that competes in tournaments nationwide.
In the video, Newton is initially seen under a pop-up tent before being forcefully shoved into a fence, triggering a chaotic scuffle involving punches and attempts to break up the altercation.
The cause of the confrontation remains unclear, and the video has sparked widespread speculation about the events leading up to the brawl.
The incident took place at a facility rented out by a third party, not organized by Atlanta Public Schools, according to a spokesperson. Security was provided by the Atlanta Police Department.
Despite the skirmish, Newton's team, C1N, posted a video celebrating their victory just before 5 p.m. on the same day.
Atlanta Police Department has been contacted for more information, but as of now, they have declined to comment on the incident.
The video has ignited discussions about athlete safety, event security, and the nature of conflicts at sports-related gatherings.
The story is developing, and updates on the situation are anticipated as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the altercation.