The 6 God endorsed the Heisman trophy winner on his 2014 track “Draft Day.
Johnny Manziel, once hailed as an NFL star, admitted to falling short of expectations and issued an apology to Drake for “letting him down.” Speaking on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, Manziel acknowledged his past mistakes and the impact they had on those who believed in him, including Drake and LeBron James.
Reflecting on his irresponsible behavior, Manziel recognized his failure to properly represent Drake’s OVO brand while wearing its clothing in 2016. He admitted to being selfish and dragging down everyone associated with him during that time.
Manziel’s relationship with Drake holds significance as the rapper gave him a significant endorsement in the song “Draft Day.”
The lyrics, “Draft day, Johnny Manziel / Five years later, how am I the man still?” showcased Drake’s support for the quarterback, who even got an OVO tattoo as a symbol of appreciation. Their recent meeting in January hinted at a renewed connection, with Manziel expressing that “SZN is alive and well always.
