YoloinOhio Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Says he was diagnosed a year ago, on meds, is sober. Also on Pardon My Take, good interview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGun12TD Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 UGH! Useless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted February 12, 2018 Author Share Posted February 12, 2018 This can be a very difficult thing to manage without strong support network. Even with meds. Hopefully he gets healthy. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_kidd_4 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Tough diagnosis, often doesn’t manifest until early 20’s. Very scary condition. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmur66 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 It's a sad thing to watch that ship sailing away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aristocrat Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 cfl might be the perfect spot for him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Honestly, good for him if he’s serious about getting his head right. I suspect the comeback fails and hope he takes his mental health seriously even if he hits a point where he doesn’t think he has a shot at the Nfl 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I think Brandon Marshall had a similar diagnosis. It can be helped. Best of luck to him. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victory Formation Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I'm bipolar, even with medication and therapy, you still cycle through depression and mania, albeit #1 not as severe and #2 not as often. The meds will affect him physically, lithium and antipsychotics are tranquilizing and severely diminish your drive. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted February 12, 2018 Author Share Posted February 12, 2018 2 minutes ago, NoSaint said: Honestly, good for him if he’s serious about getting his head right. I suspect the comeback fails and hope he takes his mental health seriously even if he hits a point where he doesn’t think he has a shot at the Nfl If the comeback fails I think he would a good fit to work for the TAMU program in some capacity (even one of those jobs where you golf with the boosters) and maybe tour college campuses to tell his story and maybe use it to help others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Hope he stays on the straight and narrow. All it takes is one detour and the wheels will come off again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsVet Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 8 minutes ago, 4_kidd_4 said: Tough diagnosis, often doesn’t manifest until early 20’s. Very scary condition. Having watched someone self-destruct who I suspect has it, yes, it's very scary and self-medicating with alcohol and street drugs is very common. I hope the dude gets back on track. My hope is people like Manziel speaking out will end the stigma behind talking about mental health and spur people to get help. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brianmoorman4jesus Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I know it’s not a popular opinion and I know it sounds completely off at this point in time, but I really believe this kid can play. If it’s ever just about football with him and not all the other garbage, I really think he can be a good player. Maybe he can do a Flutie route back to the NFL and take advantage of his second chance. If the plan is for him to actually play in Canada and nothing derails that before it starts..he will light those guys up. When he does, some NFL team will give him another shot. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigK14094 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 37 minutes ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: I know it’s not a popular opinion and I know it sounds completely off at this point in time, but I really believe this kid can play. If it’s ever just about football with him and not all the other garbage, I really think he can be a good player. Maybe he can do a Flutie route back to the NFL and take advantage of his second chance. If the plan is for him to actually play in Canada and nothing derails that before it starts..he will light those guys up. When he does, some NFL team will give him another shot. I wish Manziel well, but don't wish him on any football team.....yes, he could get another NFL shot if he did well in Canada over a few years....but, the Canadian game suits him better......like Flutie actually. I saw him throw his first TD pass in the NFL against the Bills......he didn't look out of place that day anyhow. (he came on in relief) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfod Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 (edited) I would just tell him to embrace the CFL as a second chance and probably your last chance at football as a job. You won't be able to just leap past your time in the CFL with words and promises alone. You are gonna have to take the CFL more serious then you did the NFL. You didn't prove yourself in the NFL so now you have to prove yourself in the CFL. You need to work harder in the CFL than you did in school to prove yourself ready for the NFL. You EARNED the reputation you didn't want the NFL when it wanted you! You can take all those excuses and promises and wipe your bum with them, because they are worth nothing until you can prove you can sustain a level headed mentality and drive that deserves a second look. Do your time and be the Tom Brady of the CFL and maybe you will have a snowballs chance to step back into the big show. Now wipe that smile off your face Jimmy and get out of my office. Edited February 12, 2018 by Lfod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I’m surprised his diagnosis wasn’t tripolar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Bipolar sucks. Hope he gets help. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DallasMac Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 6 minutes ago, bigK14094 said: I wish Manziel well, but don't wish him on any football team.....yes, he could get another NFL shot if he did well in Canada over a few years....but, the Canadian game suits him better......like Flutie actually. I saw him throw his first TD pass in the NFL against the Bills......he didn't look out of place that day anyhow. (he came on in relief) Sorry to nitpick but I remember a td run not a pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalobloodfloridahome Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 He really needs to get in touch with Brandon Marshall. Marshall went through a very similar situation and played in the league for a few years before things came to a head while in Miami and he finally was diagnosed and has continued on his career. He would be a great mentor. Johnny was an incredible college player and if he could ever translate that into the NFL after getting his head right he could be one of the greatest comeback stories of all time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Very pleasant surprise that all comments so far are encouraging and supportive. I honestly didn't expect that. Good to see. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 8 minutes ago, klos63 said: Very pleasant surprise that all comments so far are encouraging and supportive. I honestly didn't expect that. Good to see. who doesn't have a friend or co-worker or relative that is under this horrible umbrella, or are there ourself.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teddy KGB Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Good luck money man. Loved watching him demolish college defenses. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybee Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 35 minutes ago, klos63 said: Very pleasant surprise that all comments so far are encouraging and supportive. I honestly didn't expect that. Good to see. Couldnt agree more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 My boss is bipolar, it can make for some fun eventful meeting. If you are bipolar you probably should seek out other options outside of management. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 2 hours ago, NewDayBills said: I'm bipolar, even with medication and therapy, you still cycle through depression and mania, albeit #1 not as severe and #2 not as often. The meds will affect him physically, lithium and antipsychotics are tranquilizing and severely diminish your drive. I'm not bipolar but have friends and family who are and This. Meds stop working sometimes....it can take 6-8 weeks to adjust medication and dosages...it's a struggle. For a position like Airline Pilot or Franchise QB, "No". I have wondered if part of Marcell Dareus falloff was getting onto meds. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iinii Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Yawn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Boyst62 said: Bipolar sucks. It sucks, AND it's awesome! 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cba fan Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 24 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I'm not bipolar but have friends and family who are and This. Meds stop working sometimes....it can take 6-8 weeks to adjust medication and dosages...it's a struggle. For a position like Airline Pilot or Franchise QB, "No". I have wondered if part of Marcell Dareus falloff was getting onto meds. Yes 100% correct. I wish Johhny the best. Explains a lot about his actions and behaviors. Everything can be going along just fine and in a span of a few days person goes missing and found wandering around in a wooded/remote area naked praying to God. Or worse. Dead. It would be a big gamble to invest multi millions into your QB leader with that DX. Players like WR, defense, ass coach, front office, etc.... like Brandon Marshal with the personality disorder are easier to replace and carry on, than the most important guy on the field. QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 9 minutes ago, DC Tom said: It sucks, AND it's awesome! A large portion of those in my life who were diagnosed before their 30s had major drinking and drug problems as well. I learned not to raise that as possibly contributing to the major downfall.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Who isn’t bipolar in today’s world of crap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr1 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 he was in a small market by pro sports standards and couldn't handle it. How could he handle playing anywhere else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prissythecat Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 2 hours ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: I know it’s not a popular opinion and I know it sounds completely off at this point in time, but I really believe this kid can play. If it’s ever just about football with him and not all the other garbage, I really think he can be a good player. Maybe he can do a Flutie route back to the NFL and take advantage of his second chance. If the plan is for him to actually play in Canada and nothing derails that before it starts..he will light those guys up. When he does, some NFL team will give him another shot. Is Mike Evans also moving to CFL to play with Johnny to get catch his jump balls? If not , I don't see how anyone can say that Manziel is going to light it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackOrton Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 3 hours ago, NoSaint said: Honestly, good for him if he’s serious about getting his head right. I suspect the comeback fails and hope he takes his mental health seriously even if he hits a point where he doesn’t think he has a shot at the Nfl Oh ye of little faith in #ComebackSZN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 2 hours ago, Helpmenow said: Who isn’t bipolar in today’s world of crap I still have just one pole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Well, first off I have to wish Johnny Manziel the PERSON well. Hope he can get himself healthy first and foremost. Self medication is an extremely dangerous road...and not sure someone ever completely "recovers" from those temptations. There are some things that are bigger than football and hopefully he values his health more now. As far as Johnny Football...good luck. I agree with most that he may do really well in the CFL. I think if he could go there and just be a student of the game he would increase his odds at returning to the NFL. There are QBs on NFL rosters right now that don't have the talent or development potential that he still has IMO. I don't think he would ever become a franchise QB, but a solid backup is not out of the question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 3 hours ago, DC Tom said: It sucks, AND it's awesome! Truth abounds in this statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanbillsfan2206 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I’d totally bring him in on a one year “prove it” deal. Kid can flat out ball when he’s on his game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KW95 - JA17 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Im not 100% sold on this. Seems like he was a person that had everything go his way. Reality kicked in and now he has to grow up. But hey, I'll sell it as Bipolar and hope a team gives me more money cuz I already spent the millions I earned before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 6 minutes ago, KW95 said: Im not 100% sold on this. Seems like he was a person that had everything go his way. Reality kicked in and now he has to grow up. But hey, I'll sell it as Bipolar and hope a team gives me more money cuz I already spent the millions I earned before! That's a possibility. I'd prefer he go to Canada and prove himself before he gets another shot at the NFL. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 ...so after all of his mumblin', stumblin', grumblin', fumblin' antics and indiscretions, he now makes public he is a victim of bi-polar disorder?.......as the late great Flip Wilson would say, "the devil made me do it"........get help then because football opportunities are not in your cards even in the CFL..........it is a serious disease but playing this card NOW is woefully LOW IMO........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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