Johnny Manziel Joins Vanderbilt Sideline at Alabama Football Showdown

Johnny Manziel, the former Texas A&M quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, will be attending the upcoming college football game between No. 10 Alabama and No. 16 Vanderbilt on Saturday in Tuscaloosa. Unlike many fans, Manziel will be supporting Vanderbilt and will be present on their sideline, wearing a jersey of Vanderbilt's star quarterback Diego Pavia, who considers Manziel a major influence. The matchup is highly anticipated, with Alabama seeking revenge after Vanderbilt's upset win last season and ESPN's College GameDay covering the event. Manziel has a history of defeating Alabama in Tuscaloosa, having led Texas A&M to a notable victory there in 2012, which propelled his Heisman campaign. Pavia, a dual-threat quarterback like Manziel, has been performing impressively this season, including setting a school record with five touchdown passes in a recent game. Manziel expressed excitement about the game and the Vanderbilt team's hunger to compete against Alabama, emphasizing the strong connection and mutual respect between him and Pavia.