Manziel was last seen in early 2018 playing in the now-defunct Alliance of American Football, which fell apart after he’d played only two games in the league. That experience appears to have colored Manziel’s opinions, as he openly admitted that he didn’t want to play in a league he feared would not last in a Twitter post Friday.
ComebackSZN still alive if y’all ain’t know. Just not playing for another league that’s going to fold on you midway through the season
— Johnny Manziel (@JManziel2) February 8, 2020
In another tweet, Manziel was in a reflective mood.
If I never pick up a ball again it’s all love. I was the most lit, most relatable college football player to ever do it. Did things my way and made it way further than I ever could of imagined. The game gave me life and I’ll forever be grateful
— Johnny Manziel (@JManziel2) February 8, 2020
Manziel initially had interest in the XFL, but nothing ever came of it, suggesting that perhaps the interest wasn’t mutual. The quarterback’s concerns about the league may be valid, but with good TV deals and lots of money, it should be able to keep itself steady for far longer than the AAF did. Whether Manziel changes his tune if the league is successful remains to be seen.
