CFB Head Coach Reveals Brother Entered Anger Management After Heated Game-Day Clash

Well, it’s time to address the situation involving a college football coach’s brother, who faced consequences for his behavior on game day. It turns out that Spencer Danielson’s younger brother, Ethan Danielson, who is also a firefighter, found himself in trouble. Ethan confessed at Jay’s Sports Bar about why he had to attend an anger management course. “They made me go to anger management,” he explained, as he couldn’t bear to see his brother being targeted.

Now, if you don’t know, Spencer Danielson is not just a coach but also a former quarterback. Who has a history of playing multiple positions during his time at Horizon High in San Diego, a small Christian school. In contrast, Ethan, weighing just 200 pounds, took on the role of left tackle, bravely facing larger opponents to protect Spencer while also excelling as a linebacker on defense. But whatever the role, Ethan took it personally when it came to keeping his brother safe.

In their final high school game, loyalty reached its breaking point. Spencer was dropping back to pass when a 6’10” defensive end, all muscle and no mercy, completely leveled him. Before Spencer could even process the hit, Ethan had already snapped. He ripped off the guy’s helmet, threw punches, and the referees promptly ejected him from the game. The league hit Ethan with a five-game suspension for his junior season. And anger management came later, but to him, it was all worth it, as he says, “And you look and see your brother on the ground, and it’s just—that means more than anything else; you go for it crazy.”

However, as a younger brother, he never let Spencer forget that sacrifice, using it as leverage whenever he needed a favor, reminding him of the five games he gave up saying, “I gave up five games for you; the least you could do is pick me up.” Honestly, it’s a hard argument to counter. This shows Ethan wasn’t just a great teammate. He was also a super-loyal brother to Spencer, fixing any past problems and keeping their bond strong.

Spencer Danielson’s brother makes big steps for change

Well, Ethan not only stands by Spencer Danielson on the field but also supports him in advocating for Boise State’s future beyond it. Together, they initiated the BUILD DIFFERENT PROGRAM, a community-centered initiative urging small businesses in Idaho to contribute to the Broncos’ competitiveness. And Spencer Danielson sees it as he emphasizes the importance of addressing the financial disparities in college football, saying, “We need to continue to push forward. There’s a [financial] disparity in college football. We need to close that gap.” 

Moreover, running a successful program requires more than just good coaching—it also requires financial support. And no one knows it better than coach Spencer, as Boise State’s been losing players and staff to bigger schools. But the Danielsons are trying to change that. “This is for the players. This is for the people. It’s to keep them here so we can develop them,” Spencer explained. Now, instead of fancy buildings, Boise State is concentrating on its core.

And they aren’t just making big claims they are actually putting efforts into it. Spencer Danielson is actively engaged in that, making 30 calls a day to secure funding for the program. Plus, he personally contacts businesses, outlining the program’s vision, and his efforts are yielding results.

Recently, an unidentified local entrepreneur pledged $100,000 after one of Danielson’s calls. The BUILD DIFFERENT PROGRAM prioritizes sustainability over luxury. As Boise State gears up for the upcoming season, all eyes are on them to see if they can secure a playoff spot this year or not!