Johnny Manziel Reveals $3M Deal Attempt for Texas A&M Return
In a recent podcast, Johnny Manziel disclosed that his father negotiated a $3 million deal for him to stay at Texas A&M for two more years, which was ultimately rejected by coach Kevin Sumlin.
- Johnny Manziel's father attempted to negotiate a $3 million deal with Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin for Johnny to stay for two more years, but Sumlin rejected the offer.
- The negotiation took place in early 2014, as Manziel was deciding whether to enter the NFL Draft or remain at Texas A&M.
- Manziel revealed the attempted deal on Shannon Sharpe's 'Club Shay Shay' podcast, indicating it was a backroom deal prior to the NIL era.
- The former Heisman Trophy winner suggested he could have been worth $10 million in NIL endorsements after his sophomore season.
- Manziel's story highlights the historical presence of 'bag men' in college football, facilitating under-the-table payments to athletes at top programs.
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