Johnny Manziel Defends Travis Kelce’s Media Ventures Amidst New Partnership
Former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel is weighing in on the modern athlete’s role in media, offering strong support for Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.
In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Manziel asserted that Kelce’s off-field activities, such as his highly successful “New Heights” podcast, do not serve as a distraction from his professional football career.
Manziel on the Evolution of Athlete-Driven Content
Manziel praised Kelce, who co-hosts the podcast with his brother and former Philadelphia Eagles center, Jason Kelce, for masterfully balancing his media presence with his on-field responsibilities. He pointed to this as a significant evolution from his own time in the NFL.
The former Texas A&M star noted that top-tier players are increasingly building their own platforms. He cited Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons and former quarterback Cam Newton, host of “4th & 1,” as other prominent examples.
The discussion also highlighted a recent episode of “New Heights,” which featured the first-ever podcast appearance by global music superstar Taylor Swift.
A New Football Viewing Experience with Sling TV
Beyond his commentary, Manziel announced a new business venture through a partnership with Sling TV. The collaboration is centered around his new bar in New York, named “Johnny Manziel’s Glory Daze.”
The partnership offers fans a unique digital token for a one-time payment of $4.99.
This token grants purchasers 24-hour, seven-day-a-week access to SEC football programming on Sling TV for a period of 13 to 14 weeks.
Manziel, who won the Heisman in 2012, described the offering from the DISH Network Corporation subsidiary as a “one of one” experience tailored for passionate college football fans.
