Johnny Manziel Boycotts Heisman Ceremony in Solidarity with Reggie Bush
Manziel refuses to attend the prestigious event until Bush's Heisman Trophy is reinstated, challenging the NCAA's stance on past infractions.
- Former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel announced he will not participate in the annual Heisman ceremony until Reggie Bush is welcomed back.
- Bush was stripped of his 2005 Heisman Trophy following an NCAA investigation that found he received improper benefits.
- Manziel's boycott is a stand against the NCAA's refusal to reinstate Bush's Heisman status despite current NIL rules that would allow such benefits.
- The Heisman Trust has expressed willingness to reinstate Bush's trophy if the NCAA agrees, which has not yet happened.
- Manziel's action has sparked discussions about the NCAA's policies and the potential for other former winners to join the boycott.