Johnny Manziel Recalls "Intense" Moment on Special Forces: World's Toughest Test; Offers Advice to Arch Manning
Former NFL player Johnny Manziel recently shared details about a frightening incident during filming for season 4 of Special Forces: World's Toughest Test, where a female contestant "passed out" during a water challenge. Manziel, promoting the new season, described the scene as "really intense." Separately, Manziel offered advice to Arch Manning regarding handling pressure in college football.
Water Incident on Special Forces: World's Toughest Test
According to Manziel, the incident involved a female player who experienced difficulties in the water. He described the urgency of the staff in rescuing her and bringing her to safety. While he refrained from revealing the player's identity, he emphasized the real fear and uncertainty surrounding her condition at the time. The new season of Special Forces: World's Toughest Test will premiere on Fox on September 25th at 9 p.m. ET.
Manziel's Experience on Special Forces
Manziel is one of 18 celebrities participating in season 4 of the reality show, which pushes contestants to their physical and mental limits through challenges mirroring those faced by the United States Special Forces. Other former NFL players joining Manziel this season include Randall Cobb, Eric Decker, and Andrew East. Manziel noted that the show helped him gain a better understanding of himself.
Manziel's Bond with Drake and Personal Growth
Following the filming of Special Forces, Manziel joined Drake on his European tour, calling the experience "living in a fantasy world." He credited both the show and his time with Drake for solidifying his sense of self and purpose. He emphasized the importance of the support he received from both his "Special Forces" family and his long-time friends.
Manziel's Advice to Arch Manning
Responding to Arch Manning's early struggles at Texas, Johnny Manziel offered blunt advice, encouraging him to disregard critics and focus on improving his game. Manziel, who experienced intense scrutiny during his college career at Texas A&M, urged Manning to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. He specifically advised him to dismiss negative commentary: "f--- those people and f--- what they have to say."
Manziel's NFL Perspective
Drawing from his own experience in the NFL, Manziel highlighted the inevitability of facing difficult days and urged Manning to learn from them. His NFL career spanned 14 games with the Cleveland Browns, during which he accumulated 1,675 yards, seven touchdowns, and seven interceptions.
Super Bowl Prediction
When asked about his Super Bowl prediction, Manziel expressed a desire to see either the Baltimore Ravens or the Buffalo Bills, led by quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen respectively, finally reach and win the championship.
