Johnny Manziel, also known as “Johnny Football,” is an accomplished American soccer player who gained recognition for his exceptional performance. He made a mark in high school and college football, earning prestigious titles and awards, including the 2012 Heisman Trophy as a freshman.
Johnny Manziel Bio Summary
Full name: Johnathan Paul Manziel
Date of birth: 06 Dec, 1992
Age: 32 years old (2024)
Gender: Male
Country: USA
Height: 6 ft (1.83m)
Marital Status: Divorced
Ex-wife’s name: Breana Tiesi
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Brown
Place of birth: Tyler, Texas
Nationality: American
Ethnicity: Lebanese-Italian descent
Religion: Christianity
Education: Tivy High School; Texas A&M University
Father: Paul Manziel
Mother: Michelle (née Liberato)
Siblings: Meri (sister)
Profession: American Football Quarterback
Childhood & Education
Johnathan Paul Manziel, also known as Johnny Football, was born on December 6, 1992, in Tyler, Texas. Growing up, young Johnny Manziel showed exceptional talent in various sports such as basketball, baseball, and golf.
He first started playing soccer during his first year at Tivy High School, where he dedicated most of his time to soccer and baseball. While he started as a receiver, he eventually transitioned to playing as a quarterback.
After completing his third year as a quarterback, he earned the titles of Antonio Area Offensive Player of the Year and District 27-4A MVP. He achieved this with outstanding statistics of 2,903 passing yards, 1,544 rushing yards, 152 receiving yards, and a total of 55 touchdowns.
During his final year, Johnny Manziel‘s accomplishments led to a greater number of accolades and acknowledgments. His outstanding achievements in high school football made him a highly sought-after athlete by numerous universities.
Manziel was awarded an athletic scholarship to attend Texas A&M University, where he spent two years playing for the Aggies football team. He made his college debut against the Florida Gators and went on to break the SEC’s record for offensive production with 4600 yards in a game against the Missouri Tigers.
Manziel was honored with both the SEC Freshman of the Year and College Football Performance National Freshman of the Year awards. He also became the first freshman to attain the Heisman Trophy and the Davey O’Brien Award.
In the 2013 Cotton Bowl Classic, Manziel played a crucial role in leading Texas A&M to victory against Oklahoma. During his second year of high school football, TexAgs users gave him the nickname “Johnny Football.”
Career
In 2014, Johnny Manziel was drafted into the NFL by the Cleveland Browns as the 22nd overall pick. Since then, his career has been diverse and unpredictable.
He made his NFL debut with the Browns in a game against the Cincinnati Bengals. In 2015, Manziel scored his first passing touchdown in the NFL. He also played a key role in the Browns’ victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
From 2014 to 2015, Johnny was a member of the Browns and appeared in 15 games. He started eight of those games and had a record of seven touchdowns and seven interceptions. However, on March 11, 2016, he parted ways with the Browns but received a total salary of about $7,707,913.
Johnny Manziel’s professional career was suspended the following year due to his involvement in various controversies and legal troubles linked to his negative behavior and struggles with addiction.
Despite his good fortune, he eventually joined the Tiger-Cats on May 19, 2018, and was then traded to the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL).
He then became part of the Memphis Express team in the Alliance of American Football (AAF) before the league abruptly ended its football operations, prematurely concluding the 2019 season.
Personal Life
Currently, Johnny Manziel is not in a relationship. He was previously married to Bre Tiesi from March 2018 until November 2021, after getting engaged on March 10, 2017. There is no information available about any other romantic involvements Manziel may have had.
Net Worth
Johnny Manziel has experienced both triumphs and challenges throughout his football career, with many ups and downs. Despite facing obstacles and making tough career choices that didn’t always turn out as he had hoped, he remains fully committed to the game.
Currently associated with the FCF Zappers, Manziel remains dedicated to utilizing his football skills for the team’s successes and achievements. As of 2024, Johnny Manziel has a net worth of $7 million, showcasing his impressive journey as a quarterback in the sport of football.
