Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel

This week on Glory Daze, Johnny is joined by Wisconsin and Chargers legend, Melvin Gordon. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation between two college football icons as they share stories about their times on and off the field.

First, Johnny and Melvin dive into how the NFL has historically underpaid running backs and how they are undervalued throughout the league. This leads to a conversation about Melvin’s debacle of leaving the Chargers and ultimately having no choice but to play for the Broncos. To reflect on greener pastures, Melvin talks about his 2014 season and how he came just short of breaking Barry Sanders’ rushing record. He was also the runner-up for the 2014 Heisman Trophy, which argues the question if he was overlooked for playing with the Badgers. 

Following up, Melvin shares stories about Philip Rivers and what it was like to play with one of the all-time greats at the Quarterback position. Melvin credits a lot of his improvement in his early career to Philip and how he taught him how to be a complete back. Melvin cherished his time with the Chargers and the teammates he got to share the field with. 

To wrap the conversation up, Melvin talks about his transition from football into new endeavors. He is apart of the brand “Vibez Golf Club”, which he is running with some of his great friends to change the way golf is viewed. The goal is to unbutton the traditional mindset of golf being a status sport and allowing the younger generation to enjoy the game in their own way. Johnny and Melvin talk about the ongoing Tiger Woods saga and bring attention to Tiger’s mental health and how he might need help from those around him. Finally, Melvin answers the One Word Question that describes his Glory Daze. 

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:27 - How RB’s are Underpaid

5:45 - Going to Denver

11:16 - PrizePicks Ad

12:38 - Melvin’s 2014 Season

19:04 - Wisconsin RB’s

20:49 - Heisman Race with Mariota

23:18 - Playing with Philip Rivers and the Chargers

31:54 - Lucy Ad

33:21 - Vibez Golf Club

36:43 - Transition Out of Football

42:39 - How Golf has Grown

48:15 - Tiger Woods

52:11 - One Word Question

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Join us for a captivating conversation between former SEC foes, Johnny Manziel and CJ Mosley. The pair reflects on their battles against each other, their time in the league, and what their lives look like after hanging up the pads. 

To kick things off, Johnny asks CJ about their famous 2012 matchup and how Johnny knocked off the #1 ranked Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa. CJ shares a hilarious story about Johnny’s “Heisman moment” play and what it looked like from his perspective. Then, CJ reflects on his time at Alabama and how it instilled beneficial characteristics that have shaped his life on and off the field.

Next, Johnny digs into CJ’s experiences getting drafted to the Ravens and what it was like filling the shoes of the legendary Ray Lewis. CJ dives into his career and what it was like to play for the Ravens and Jets and the differences with the organizations and his role on the team. With the recent head coaching changes across the league, Johnny picks CJ’s brain about two of his former coaches, Robert Saleh and John Harbaugh. 

Then, CJ tells Johnny about the adversity he faced in his career, dealing with injuries and ultimately having to opt out of the COVID season and what it was like to return to the field. With these experiences, CJ was able to become a great leader and help the next generation of players learn what it takes to be a professional football player. Using this knowledge, CJ has built his own agency, Legacy Trust Sports Group. This gives CJ an amazing opportunity to stay involved with the game while giving young players some of the best representation out there. 

Wrapping things up, Johnny asks CJ to give one word to define his playing career and how it still applies to him in his post-playing life. Johnny also shows off his new pet ducks for a sweet ending to this episode of Glory Daze. 

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:33 - Texas A&M vs. Alabama

6:34 - Toughest Players to Play Against

7:57 - PrizePicks Ad

9:08 - Being an SEC Legend

10:47 - Becoming a Role Model

19:03 - Getting Drafted

20:16 - Playing for the Ravens & Jets

25:18 - Robert Saleh

28:07 - John Harbaugh

29:59 - Maxx Crosby

32:00 - Ultra Pouches Ad

33:27 - Battling Adversity

35:21 - Advice to Younger Players

37:44 - Leaving a Legacy

41:45 - Legacy Trust Sports Group

46:40 - One Word Question + Johnny’s Ducks

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Join Johnny for another solo pod where he gives his thoughts on the craziness of the NFL offseason, the NBA, the World Baseball Classic, and more. 

First, he dives into the Maxx Crosby debacle with the Ravens and the ramifications that have stemmed from it and how it will affect the Raiders and the rest of the league. Then, Johnny talks about the controversial ‘Magic City Night’ for the Atlanta Hawks and how the NBA needs to focus on improving their product. Johnny then takes some time to answer a question from the comments about Texas A&M and Marcel Reed. 

Next, he talks about the new opportunity for his legendary teammate, Mike Evans, and how he will have an immediate impact for the 49ers. To continue the NFL conversation, Johnny dives into the QB market and how the landing spots will fare for Kyler Murray, Tua Tagovailoa, Daniel Jones, Malik Willis, Geno Smith, and more.

To wrap the episode up, Then, he breaks down the World Baseball Classic and how Team USA has an amazing opportunity to win the tournament. Finally, Johnny gives his flowers to the Men's and Women’s US Hockey teams and how they have made the entire country proud. 

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:46 - Glory Daze Update

3:09 - Maxx Crosby Trade Falling Through

9:39 - PrizePicks Ad

10:19 - Magic City Night

12:15 - Texas A&M & Marcel Reed

17:13 - Lucy Ad

18:48 - Kyler Murray

20:14 - Mike Evans

21:34 - NFL QB’s in Free Agency

25:41 - World Baseball Classic

26:50 - USA Hockey

28:20 - Conclusion

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Current Texas A&M Star Quarterback, Marcel Reed joins the former Texas A&M Star Quarterback Johnny Manziel for a captivating conversation. The pair reflects on their relationship, last season, the upcoming season, and what goes into being the starting QB at a school like Texas A&M.

First, Marcel and Johnny recap the big moments from the 2025 season. Marcel shares his experience from beating Notre Dame in South Bend and how it catapulted the Aggies through the season. Then, they chat about the craziness that was the South Carolina game and how the Ags overcame the deficit to win that game. 

Next, Johnny digs into what it’s like to play football at Texas A&M now compared to when he was there. Marcel shares what he has been working on in the offseason and his experience training with the project #1 Pick, Fernando Mendoza. He also tells Johnny about his love for playing road games and how it fuels him to make the big plays. 

Finally, Johnny asks Marcel about his experience playing in the NIL era and how A&M is giving players resources for players to be fiscally responsible. Then, Marcel shares how the Aggies have reloaded their roster with new players to fill the gaps from players leaving for the NFL. To conclude the conversation, Johnny asks Marcel for one word to define him and his career. 

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:53 - Marcel & Johnny’s Relationship

4:01 - Winning at Notre Dame

6:47 - PrizePicks Ad

7:15 - Playing for Coach Elko

8:49 - Comeback Against South Carolina

12:40 - Texas A&M vs. Texas

18:21 - Playing at Texas A&M

20:40 - Offseason Focuses

24:18 - Marcel’s Heisman Campaign

27:43 - Training with Fernando Mendoza

29:52 - Playing on the Road

30:55 - Being Recruited by Lane Kiffin

32:11 - Jimbo Fisher’s Firing

34:25 - Playing in the NIL Era

38:47 - Navigating being the Star QB

44:01 - Reloading the Roster

49:01 - Representing Texas A&M

50:55 - One Word Question

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Mark Ingram joins Johnny for a captivating conversation about his legendary career. The pair talks about the days in the SEC, their predictions for the 2026 season, Mark’s new career with Big Noon, and much more. 

First, Johnny congratulates Mark on his selection into the College Football Hall of Fame. They reflect on the moments that led to this selection and how Mark is forever immortalized in College Football history. They touch on notable players who have been snubbed like Cam Newton, and how the selection process has been potentially compromised by personal vendettas. 

Next, Mark and Johnny talk shop about the 2026 CFB season. They address the mess that the game is currently in with the transfer portal and NIL payments and how they would put an end to the debacle that is College Football in 2026. The guys also give their early predictions for the National Championship and Heisman Trophy.

The conversation shifts into Mark and Johnny’s careers. They share amazing stories about players they competed with and against, along with the memories they cherish most from their college careers. To conclude the CFB conversation, they relive Mark’s legendary Heisman win and the key moments of the 2009 season that led to the victory. 

Finally, Johnny digs into Mark’s NFL career. He touches on getting drafted by the Saints and getting brought into a team with countless NFL legends and how it set a foundation for his career being surrounded by greatness. Mark then talks about his stint with the Ravens and playing with Lamar Jackson. With his veteran presence, Mark got to watch Lamar blossom into a superstar. 

To wrap the conversation up, Mark talks about his show, The Triple Option, which he co-hosts with Urban Meyer and Rob Stone. Finally, Mark answers the traditional One Word Question with an authentic response that only Mark Ingram could deliver. 

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:33 - Mark’s CFB Hall of Fame Selection

8:39 - PrizePicks Ad

9:13 - Cam Newton

11:48 - Urban Meyer

13:33 - Changes in CFB

22:47 - 2026 CFB Predictions

27:42 - Ryan Williams

31:31 - Lucy Ad

32:52 - 2026 Heisman Predictions

36:09 - Best Players Johnny & Mark Played With & Against

42:45 - Mark’s Upbringing

46:30 - Mark’s Legendary Heisman Win

51:56 - Getting Drafted by the Saints

54:56 - Playing with Lamar Jackson

58:39 - The Triple Option

59:46 - One Word Question

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