I kind of hate myself for writing this, but I think the topic of Johnny Manziel and the Dallas Cowboys has to be at least discussed. After all, there was a mutual interest between the two and one point, but a lot has changed since then.
Once upon a time, Jerry Jones wanted to make Johnny Manziel the starting quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, but was fortunately convinced otherwise. The Cowboys ended up drafting Zack Martin instead, and the rest is history… Or is it?
Johnny Manziel ended up getting drafted by the Cleveland Browns, but we all know how that turned out. He pretty much did everything in his power to end his NFL career, whether it was intentional or not. I honestly don’t know if I’ve ever seen someone dismantle their career as quickly as he did.
We all know how “troubled” Manziel was since entering the league, and probably back to his collegiate days at Texas A&M. It’s all well-documented and he seemed to be a regular on TMZ. With his past troubles, it didn’t really look as if he would get another chance in the NFL. But, it’s funny how things can change with time.
Believe it or not, Johnny “Football” is back in the headlines as he tries to make his comeback. He has already thrown passes to receivers at University of San Diego’s Pro Day, and will throw again at Texas A&M’s Pro Day.
It certainly looks as if he is serious about turning his life around. He is doing and saying the right things, which is a step in the right direction. But, can he be fully trusted? That’s the ultimate question teams will have to answer for themselves.
With all of that in mind, should the Dallas Cowboys consider him, again?
I don’t know about you, but I’m personally on the fence. I used to love watching Manziel play during his time at Texas A&M. The argument could be made he is one of the most exciting collegiate players to play the game, at least in my lifetime.
Unfortunately, things didn’t work out for him at the next level. His demons finally caught up to him and might just have ended his career before it really began.
The Dallas Cowboys don’t really have a clear need at the quarterback position. Like it or not, Dak Prescott is their starting QB and their future. Behind him, Cooper Rush has shown he’s worth keeping around and could become a really solid QB2.
The Cowboys will still likely bring in another QB or two as a camp arm, or someone else they think they can develop. Could Johnny Manziel be that type of player?
Well, if he’s serious about making his return to the NFL, it might be his best and only shot.
He is already publicly stated he is willing to play for free on the practice squad in order to prove himself, and I think the Dallas Cowboys could possibly show some interest.
This would definitely be one of those risk/reward situations we have seen the Cowboys take in the past. It’s not something that needs to happen, but it could end up paying off.
I totally disagree with bringing Johnny Manziel on to the team. The team needs no further distractions, we have two young quarterbacks that are the future of the team. If we want to bring in another arm for practice situations, we could sign a veteran back up that don’t bring the issues that Manziel would.
Stuart, I can see the positives and negatives of both sides. I don’t think I would personally bring Manziel aboard if I was the Cowboys, but I would understand why they would.
Animal cruelty is one of the chief reasons that the 3-ring circus is dying across America. Johnny Manziel is another 3-ring circus and we don’t need him to come to town. Did you draw the short straw in this one? Every team in the league has staffs that cover their team and I’m sure similar articles will appear especially after A&M’s pro day. Jerry has done some things over the years that made us scratching our head. This would make me question my loyalty. I’m happy for the man that he “seems” to be getting his life together saying all the right things but NO we don’t need the distraction he would bring. Sorry that you had to be the one to write this.
I didn’t draw the short straw, but I thought the topic should at least be discussed. I don’t think the Cowboys will bring in Manziel, or should, but some team may be willing to take the chance. I wouldn’t be terribly upset if the Cowboys did take a chance on him though. He’d make a good PS QB.
Hope Cowboys call Manziel and give him a shot….YES!
What happened to second chances in America? Make a mistake and it is suppose to be over. No matter the sport. At least it seems that way to me. I am a TAMU fan and huge Johnny Football fan. I am also a Dallas Cowboys fan. So the idea of a QB from my favorite college team playing for my favorite pro team is a dream. But, reality is…I’d want to see Johnny play, not ride the bench.
In turn, signing with the Boys is not ideal in my opinion. If we did and maybe our coaches can put in the good word for Manziel then it is worth it.
Mullenax!!! Stop hacking Brian’s account!
Dez is enough for any one team … let Johnny Football be someone else’s problem child.
Brian, IMO, we just don’t need those distractions, we have finally gotten the Zeke noise to die down, lets just focus on NFL, not TMZ!!!
This kid is done, stop wasting time on this guy. He had his shot and blew it.
Nope! Hell no! F#%k no! And don’t ask that again!
Jerry is known for giving players 2nd chances . We are suppose to be able to forgive and move on with our lives . we were put here to love each other and help each other if needed and have the capacity of doing so . We could use a 2nd/3rd string QB on our team but i would prefer one with a little NFL experience . But wouldn’t be shocked if Jerry see’s it as getting 1st round talent in the 6th round or 7th . Thats Jerry , a gambler !
If people believe Dak is the answer they are clearly delusional. He is at best a backup. Take Manziel or bring Romo back if the defence is fixed and we can win now
Yeah right!
Manziel was 3-7 as a starter. Dak is 13-3 and 9-7.
Romo’s days are over, he’s retired, get over it!
Teams put pressure on Dak he will turn it over . He doesn’t have the arm strength and he can’t read defences. He’s a Donovan McNabb choker By the way Romo can still play. And I would love to see Manzeil in Dallas so would the majority of the Dallas Fans. Dak is boring to watch. Scared to throw downfield. Jerry is getting and as l on the field pushes his chances further away. Understand this! He’s not a playmaker
I couldn’t have said it better myself. Johnny Manziel leads Dallas to the Super Bowl. Crazy things do happen.
The Cowboys have nothing to lose. Johnny Manziel had no offensive line in Cleveland and took a lot of hits. He has a better arm than Dak Prescott and he is elusive in the back field. Could be the best move they make all year. I have lost all confidence in Dak’s short passes!