Johnny Manziel to make start for Montreal Alouettes
Johnny Manziel will get an opportunity to show what he can do in the CFL.
After sitting on the bench most of the season, Manziel will get the start on Friday against his former team, Hamilton.
Confirmed!
Johnny Manziel will be the starting quarterback this Friday, August 3 against the @Ticats. #AlsMTL #ToujoursGame #JohnnyFootball #Number2 pic.twitter.com/Soy42t6IGx
— #AlsMTL (@MTLAlouettes) July 31, 2018
Manziel was with Hamilton for five games but was behind Jeremiah Masoli on the depth chart. He was then traded to Montreal, which has been inspired to start the former Heisman Trophy winner.
Manziel has not thrown a pass yet this CFL season. Plenty of eyes will be on him to see what he can do.