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Rece Davis Sounds Off on Johnny Manziel Missing ESPN's ‘College GameDay’

Rece Davis Sounds Off on Johnny Manziel Missing ESPN's ‘College GameDay’

Summary

Johnny Manziel, a former star football player, was expected to appear on ESPN's "College GameDay" as a guest picker but did not attend. He apologized, stating it was beyond his control, but his absence led to criticism from the show's host, Rece Davis. Instead, Alex Caruso filled in for Manziel during the broadcast.

Key Facts

  • ESPN's "College GameDay" held shows for two college football playoff games.
  • Johnny Manziel, a former Heisman Trophy winner, was supposed to be a guest on the show.
  • Manziel was in Miami the night before, attending a boxing match.
  • He apologized for missing the show, saying it was out of his control.
  • During the show, Alex Caruso replaced Manziel as the guest picker.
  • Rece Davis, the show's host, expressed doubt about Manziel's explanation for his absence.
  • Texas A&M lost to Miami in the game, impacting their college football standing.

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