Johnny Manziel, once a promising football star and 2012 Heisman Trophy winner, had a troubled professional football career that was cut short largely due to off-field issues and personal struggles. After a standout college career at Texas A&M, Manziel was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2014 but played only two seasons before being released in 2016. His time in the NFL was marred by incidents such as partying during team bye weeks, lying to coaches, substance abuse, and legal troubles. He admitted to using drugs like OxyContin and cocaine and revealed in a 2023 documentary that he attempted to take his own life after hitting rock bottom. In 2018, Manziel disclosed that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and started treatment, which has helped him manage his mental health. He has since stepped away from professional football, briefly playing in minor leagues but never returning to the NFL. More recently, Manziel has been candid about his struggles, feelings of shame and regret over his football career, and the challenges he continues to face, including a loss of work ethic and personal redemption efforts. As of 2025, Manziel is participating in Season 4 of the reality show "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test," facing physical and mental challenges and reflecting on his past. He retains resentment toward the Cleveland Browns franchise, even hoping for their failure in seasons ahead. This summary of Johnny Manziel's trajectory highlights his rise, fall, mental health journey, and current life outside of professional football.