The Facts: Manziel said he still is focused on preparing to be in the NFL this year, even after another tumultuous day for the troubled former Browns quarterback. "I'm hoping to take care of the issues in front of me right now so I can focus on what I have to do if I want to play in 2016," Manziel said in a statement provided to USA TODAY Sports. "I also continue to be thankful to those who really know me and support me."
Diehards Line:
Agent Drew Rosenhaus dropped Manziel as a client on Tuesday, according to an ESPN report. Rosenhaus said last week that he would drop Manziel if the former Heisman Trophy winner and Texas A&M standout didn’t take “immediate steps,” which included getting treatment, to right himself. In addition, Nike has terminated its relationship with Manziel. Also Tuesday, the Dallas County District Attorney announced it would present his assault case to a grand jury on Thursday. Manziel faces up to a year in jail and a $4,000 fine if the grand jury chooses to indict him on the misdemeanor assault charge, which stems from allegations made by his ex-girlfriend. ... Nobody should expect much interest from NFL teams unless and until Manziel shows signs of shaping up. Serious signs. As in more than a statement of intent.