what is chad powers about

"Chad Powers" is an upcoming American sports comedy television series set to premiere on September 30, 2025, on Hulu. The show was created by Glen Powell and Michael Waldron, with Glen Powell starring in the lead role as Russ Holliday. Russ Holliday is a disgraced former college football quarterback whose career was ruined by a meltdown during a championship game. To make a comeback, he disguises himself as Chad Powers, a fictional persona, using prosthetics, and tries to join a struggling college football team as a walk-on player. The show blends humor with heartfelt moments and features involvement from football legends Eli and Peyton Manning as executive producers, aiming to keep the football aspect authentic while delivering comedy. The series explores themes of redemption, identity, and second chances in the world of college football.