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Johnny Manziel discusses his future, returning to Texas A&M

Nikki Chavanelleby:Nikki Chavanelle•03/27/22•

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Former Aggie quarterback Johnny Manziel is feeling nostalgic lately for his days in College Station. He spoke to TMZ Sports about his future as he prepares to suit up for a second season in Fan Controlled Football. The Heisman winner told TMZ that he has a lot of interest in returning to Texas A&M.

“I don’t think I’m the same player I used to be,” Johnny said to TMZ. “I think I still have flashes, but I’m looking at what’s next in my life and I want sports and football to be something that is gonna be a mainstay in my life for a long time.

“Now, it’s figuring out where exactly that’s gonna be. Whether it’s continuing to work with the FCF, or something I’m really interested in as well, is going back to Texas A&M and being a part of my school, or the program or whatever it is.”

Perhaps he’s just trying to butter him up, but Manziel had glowing words for AD Ross Bjork. The former quarterback will likely get a thumbs up from fans as he angles for a gig with Jimbo Fisher.

“I miss my school. I miss College Station, I miss the feeling of those great times that I got to have when I was in college, and our new athletic director at Texas A&M, Ross Bjork, is a beauty of an individual and an awesome person.”

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Manziel legacy looms large at Texas A&M

Johnny Manziel had an electric collegiate career at Texas A&M, winning the Heisman Trophy in 2012. He threw for 7,820 yards, 63 touchdowns and 22 interceptions in two years with the Aggies.

For all his collegiate success, Manziel wasn’t able to live up to the hype in the NFL. The Cleveland Browns chose him with the 22nd overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Manziel played in 14 NFL games, throwing 1,675 yards with seven touchdowns and seven interceptions.

Manziel remains one of the most recognizable names in college football history and Texas A&M could definitely find value in having him around the program more often. However, his less-than-clean record with law enforcement might stand in the way of a paid position with the University.