When does the Johnny Manziel documentary come out? All about Netflix's 'Untold' series

Former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel will be the subject of an upcoming episode of Netflix's acclaimed docuseries, "Untold," directed by Ryan Duffy.

The episode will delve into the life and career of Manziel, who was once hailed as one of college football's top players and tipped to become an NFL star. However, his NFL dreams were cut short after just two seasons.

The documentary will shed light on the highs and lows of his football journey and the challenges he faced along the way.

Following the gripping first episode featuring Jake Paul, the Johnny Manziel episode is set to premiere on August 8 at 3:00 p.m. ET, exclusively on Netflix. The episode will be 71 minutes long, offering a candid look at the challenges Manziel faced on and off the field.

Manziel himself couldn't contain his excitement and teased the release date on his Instagram story. A snapshot of a football with the words "Untold: Johnny Football" and a touching note from Netflix proclaiming, "There will never be another Johnny Football," ignited anticipation among fans.

Netflix's "Untold" series concludes with "The Hall of Shame" on August 15, exposing the Victor Conte/BALCO steroids scandal. It will be followed by "Swamp Kings" on August 22, chronicling Urban Meyer's Florida Gators' triumphs from 2005 to 2010.

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Johnny Manziel's college football triumphs

Johnny Manziel

Johnny Manziel caught the eye in high school, leading to a coveted scholarship from Texas A&M, where he embarked on a remarkable college football career.

Under Mike Sherman in 2011, he redshirted, but it was in the 2012 season, under the guidance of new coach Kevin Sumlin, that he truly shone. Manziel threw for an impressive 3,706 yards, 26 touchdowns, and only nine interceptions in 13 games.

Notably, he broke Archie Manning's record with an astonishing 557 yards of total offense during a game against Arkansas.

The 2012 Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel

Manziel became the first freshman to claim both the prestigious Davey O'Brien Award and the Heisman Trophy. In the following season, he continued to shine, amassing 4,114 passing yards along with 37 touchdowns and 13 interceptions.

He earned the nickname "Johnny Football" during his sophomore year. His achievements in Texas set the stage for Manziel to make a bold move. In 2014, he decided to forgo his college eligibility and enter the NFL draft in an attempt to take his talents to the highest level of professional football.

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The brief NFL career of Johnny Manziel

Manziel's NFL career was shortlived. Drafted as the 22nd overall pick by the Cleveland Browns in 2014, he struggled from the outset.

He was given a $12,000 fine in a preseason game, and his on-field performances were marked by sacks and devastating losses. Injuries further derailed his progress, leading to a season-long stint on the sidelines.

Former Cleveland Brown's QB Johnny Manziel

The following year featured controversies off the field, including a trip to Las Vegas that raised concerns about his commitment to the sport. Moreover, he became the subject of a domestic violence investigation involving his ex-girlfriend during the 2015 offseason.

These issues culminated in the Browns releasing him from the team in 2016, after just 14 games. Despite initial interest from other teams, his off-field issues made him "untouchable".

After the conclusion of the 2015 season, no other NFL team signed him and he hasn't played a single game in the league since.

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Following his NFL stint, Manziel found himself playing in different football leagues. In 2018, he joined the Canadian Football League's Hamilton Tiger-Cats and later played for the Montreal Alouettes. In 2019, he moved to the Alliance of American Football's Memphis Express. Currently, he serves as the quarterback for the Zappers in the Fan Controlled Football League.