Johnny Manziel finally gave the press what they wanted; full access. He spoke to reporters today for the first time since last season.
He’s saying a lot of the right things. First and foremost:
The money sign will not be back. I won’t be making it.
That’s a welcome change but a year too late in my opinion. I’m sure we’ll still see it on the field though whenever he gets sacked.
Asked why he is finally coming forward and speaking to the press, he replied:
Off the field,
Over the years of writing for what is now my third website (fourth if you count a one-time article that was published on hogshaven.com as a Cleveland Browns contributor), I’ve been blessed and have earned the respect of several others when it comes to my knowledge of football in general and the NFL draft in particular. It’s been a very rewarding experience, in spite of the fact that I’ve never received even so much as one red cent for any of my writings. You see, football has always been
SUPERBOWL!!! Honestly this is a nice move. Lee is a three time Pro Bowler and Spencer Lanning was very mediocre. Also, a 7th round draft pick two years from now is about as low of a price you can offer in the NFL. Special teams haven’t been so special, and Lee’s leg will definitely help. This is via report from Adam Schefter, who also says the Browns are likely to release Lanning.
