All articles tagged with #johnny manziel
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Awful Announcing
Alex Caruso replaced Johnny Manziel as the guest picker on College GameDay due to scheduling conflicts, as Manziel was busy with a fight in Miami and a separate broadcasting role at the same time. The change was announced during the broadcast, with no official explanation from ESPN or Manziel.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by OutKick
Johnny Manziel publicly criticized Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia for his inappropriate Heisman behavior, emphasizing the importance of handling emotions better and suggesting Pavia's future prospects are uncertain, with Pavia issuing an apology for his actions.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Post
Johnny Manziel, former NFL quarterback, joins the cast of the fourth season of Fox's 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test,' featuring athletes and celebrities facing extreme challenges in Morocco, after a turbulent NFL career and personal struggles.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Johnny Manziel announced that he will not attend the Heisman Trophy ceremony until Reggie Bush's trophy is returned to him. Bush was forced to forfeit his award in 2005 after violating NCAA policy by accepting money and gifts. Manziel has been critical of the situation, stating that it doesn't sit right with his morals and values. Bush has been fighting to get his trophy back, and the Heisman Trust seemed to give hope to the idea that Bush could one day have his trophy returned.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
Johnny Manziel, the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner, has announced that he will boycott the annual Heisman Trophy ceremony until former USC star Reggie Bush gets his trophy back from the NCAA. Bush returned his 2005 Heisman Trophy after an NCAA investigation found that he received impermissible extra benefits. Manziel expressed his support for Bush, stating that it doesn't sit right with his morals and values that Bush can't be on the stage with them every year. The Heisman Trust has said it would return the trophy to Bush if the NCAA reinstated him, but the NCAA has declined to do so.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Johnny Manziel announced that he will not attend the annual Heisman Trophy ceremony until the NCAA returns Reggie Bush's trophy, which was stripped following NCAA sanctions in 2010. Bush and USC returned their copies of the 2005 Heisman Trophy after a four-year NCAA investigation found that Bush and his family accepted cash and benefits from agents. Despite Bush's request for reinstatement, the NCAA declined, leading to a lawsuit for defamation. Manziel, who was suspended for taking money while at Texas A&M, expressed support for Bush and criticized the NCAA's handling of the situation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel has announced that he will boycott the Heisman Trophy ceremony until Reggie Bush's award is restored. Manziel urged the NCAA to reconsider its decision to strip Bush of the award due to impermissible benefits received by him and his family during his time at USC. The Heisman Trust has indicated that it would reinstate Bush's award if the NCAA reinstated his records from the 2005 season, and Bush has filed a defamation lawsuit against the NCAA disputing claims of involvement in "pay-for-play arrangements."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
Johnny Manziel has announced that he will boycott the Heisman Trophy ceremony until Reggie Bush's 2005 trophy is reinstated, expressing that it doesn't align with his morals and values for Bush to be excluded. The NCAA found that Bush violated rules by receiving gifts from an agent while playing for USC, leading to him forfeiting the trophy. Manziel's stance could potentially influence other past winners to join the boycott, prompting the NCAA and the Heisman Trust to reconsider their decision regarding Bush's trophy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bleacher Report
Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Johnny Manziel announced that he will boycott the Heisman Trophy ceremony until former USC running back Reggie Bush gets his award back, following an NCAA investigation that led to Bush surrendering his trophy in 2010 due to improper benefits. Despite hopes that new NIL rules would allow Bush to regain his recognition, the NCAA has maintained its stance. Manziel, known for his college football success, expressed his support for Bush and called for a change in the NCAA's position.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Outkick
Johnny Manziel has announced that he will boycott the Heisman ceremony until Reggie Bush receives his trophy back, citing the changing landscape of NCAA rules and the unfairness of Bush's situation. Manziel, a former Heisman winner himself, took to Twitter to express his support for Bush and his decision to take a stand. The move is seen as a drastic measure, but it reflects growing pressure for Bush to be reinstated as the 2005 Heisman winner, with many in agreement that the current situation is unjust.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel revealed on the "Club Shay Shay" podcast that he lost 40 pounds due to cocaine use after his NFL career ended, attributing it to a "strict diet of blow." He also admitted to using OxyContin and Percocet during that time and expressed regret for pushing away LeBron James, who tried to support him during his struggles with the Cleveland Browns.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bleacher Report
Former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel revealed on the Club Shay Shay podcast that he lost 40 pounds due to cocaine use after his career with the Cleveland Browns. His struggles with substance abuse have been well-documented, including a rehab stint in 2015 and ongoing issues with drugs and alcohol. Despite attempts at a comeback in the CFL and Fan Controlled Football, Manziel's career has been marred by off-field issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NESN
Johnny Manziel spoke out about his difficult experience with former Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer during his time with the Cleveland Browns, highlighting a hostile quarterback room that hindered his growth. Manziel described instances where Hoyer belittled him and expressed the need for support as the franchise quarterback. He also credited Josh McCown for providing the guidance and confidence he felt was lacking from Hoyer.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadspin
Johnny Manziel revealed in an interview that his father had tried to negotiate an under-the-table deal for him to return to Texas A&M before he declared for the NFL draft, without his knowledge. He also discussed the prevalence of "bagmen" offering cash to players and recruits at schools competing for national titles. Additionally, Manziel detailed the ramifications of a deep cocaine addiction that led to a 40-pound weight loss after being dismissed from the NFL, stating that he was "on a strict diet of blow." He has been sober since 2016 and released a Netflix documentary about his rise and fall in 2023.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by cleveland.com
Johnny Manziel opened up about his tumultuous time as the Cleveland Browns' quarterback, discussing his strained relationships with teammates Brian Hoyer and Josh McCown, his disappointment in LeBron James, and his struggles with mental health. He admitted to lacking the work ethic required for the NFL and regretted wasting the talents of teammates like Joe Thomas. Despite his past mistakes, Manziel expressed a willingness to grow and find new passions in life.