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.
