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Sat, 15 Jul 2017 14:49:55 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) said he has talked with a few teams about returning to the NFL.

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| Source: The Dallas Morning News - Jon Machota

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 19:48:45 -0700

The New Orleans Saints have "no interest" in signing free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns), according to a team source.

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| Source: BleacherReport.com - Jason Cole

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 07:35:30 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) had breakfast with New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton during Super Bowl week, and the two discussed a return to football.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 07:59:39 -0800

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) is attempting a comeback and has drawn real interest from teams at the NFL Scouting Combine. He has re-hired agent Erik Burkhardt after Burkhardt forced him to make serious commitments.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo

Fri, 03 Feb 2017 14:08:09 -0800

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) plans to volunteer for testing under the NFL's drug policy as part of his comeback attempt, according to a source.

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| Source: Sporting News - Alex Marvez

Fri, 07 Oct 2016 00:40:30 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) had his four-game suspension lifted by the National Football League on Thursday, Oct. 6. Manziel could still face disciplinary action from the NFL for his personal conduct in assaulting an ex-girlfriend.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - Tom Pelissero

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 17:31:36 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Cody Kessler will be the fifth starting quarterback in as many games for the Browns. Going back to the last two weeks of last season, the Browns have started former QBs Johnny Manziel and Austin Davis and QBs Robert Griffin III (shoulder), Josh McCown (shoulder) and now Kessler. Cleveland is the second team since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970 to start five different quarterbacks in five straight games, according to Elias.

Fantasy Tip: This is just further proof that the Browns' quarterback position cannot be trusted. The lack of consistency will be a damper to Josh Gordon's fantasy value when he does return, and it hurts the rest of the team, too. Corey Coleman, Gary Barnidge, Isaiah Crowell and Duke Johnson are still startable, but they're unlikely to reach their ceiling with an unproven rookie quarterback at the helm.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 18:45:18 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) has "no chance" of playing for the Dallas Cowboys, vice president Stephen Jones said Friday, Aug. 12.

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| Source: ESPNDallas.com - Jean-Jacques Taylor

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 09:20:50 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel told his fans on social media that he will "be back." Manziel told The Washington Post last weekend that he's "actually doing well." "I have good friends around me supporting what I do and I try to support them in what they want to do. I'm not saying I'm never drinking again, but for now just mostly being healthy. I've got a killer gym in my house and I can spend time working out. I'm interested in doing a lot of different things in my life -- including football -- but, right now, I'm just exploring options and waiting to see what the future holds."

Fantasy Tip: Manziel will serve a four-game suspension if a team takes a shot on him and could face further suspension. His off-field antics have likely turned all prospective teams off, meaning it's highly unlikely Manziel ever makes noise in the NFL again. He should be completely off the fantasy radar for now.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Tue, 05 Jul 2016 09:57:38 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) is drawing interest from the Arena Football League. "We could provide a strong platform for him to demonstrate that he is back," AFL commissioner Scott Butera said. "We would also work with him and provide him whatever help he needed to live a healthy life."

Fantasy Tip: A four-game suspension in the NFL only increases the chances that Manziel won't be given another shot. That means the AFL might be his best chance to demonstrate that he is cleaning up his act off the field. Either way, Manziel has zero fantasy appeal heading into the 2016 season.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 14:03:53 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) has been telling people privately that 2017 may be the best chance for him to play in the NFL again.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel has been dealing with multiple off-field issues this offseason and should be ignored by fantasy owners until he signs with a team.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Thu, 30 Jun 2016 10:00:00 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) was suspended four games by the NFL Thursday, June 30, for substance abuse, according to sources.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel has little hope of being signed by a team for 2016 to even begin serving his suspension. He has no fantasy value at this point.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 15:39:07 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) has made it a goal to go sober starting Friday, July 1, and commence training for an NFL return.

Fantasy Tip: The goal is all well and good, but accomplishing such a goal after such a tumultuous off-field career is another concept. Don't expect Manziel to rejoin the NFL any time soon.

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| Source: SI.com

Wed, 04 May 2016 15:32:05 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) was booked and posted bond for his domestic violence case Wednesday, May 4, just one day before his first court hearing. Manziel was indicted last month after allegedly hitting his ex-girlfriend and threatening to kill her in January. He faces a Class A misdemeanor that carries up to a year in jail with a $4,000 fine.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel won't be courted by any NFL teams any time soon and should be left on waivers in all fantasy leagues.

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| Source: NFL.com

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 09:59:03 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) will plead not guilty after he was indicted by a Texas grand jury Tuesday, April 26, on an assault charge after his ex-girlfriend accused Manziel of domestic violence. The Class A misdemeanor carries up to a year in jail and a $4,000 fine.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel faces an uphill battle to land with another team in time for the 2016 season. He should carry zero fantasy value in drafts this fall, even if he's picked up by a club.

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| Source: NFL.com

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 08:51:23 -0700

Updating an ongoing story, free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) is likely to surrender to authorities Tuesday, April 26, or Wednesday, April 27, after an arrest warrant is issued, according to his attorney. Manziel was indicted by a grand jury on a misdemeanor assault charge.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel has no fantasy value leading up to the 2016 season.

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| Source: WFAA - Rebecca Lopez

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 04:57:47 -0700

Former Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel has been indicted by a Dallas County Grand Jury on a misdemeanor assault with bodily injury charge, according to sources in the Dallas County District Attorney office.

Fantasy Tip: This further decreases the likelihood Manziel will get to play meaningful games in 2016, especially with a pending criminal case. Depending on how this case goes, however, there is still a chance Manziel could land somewhere, but the negative PR alone could make it difficult.

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| Source: KRLD-AM - L.P. Phillips

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 19:30:17 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) said Tuesday, April 19, that he is still focusing on preparing to be in the National Football League in 2016. "I'm hoping to take care of the issues in front of me right now so I can focus on what I have to do if I want to play in 2016," Manziel said.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel was dropped by agent Drew Rosenhaus, and it is hard to see any organization taking a chance on the embattled quarterback right now. Should he be afforded another chance he is not expected to have much, if any, fantasy impact.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - A.J. Perez

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:27:26 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) had his contract terminated by agent Drew Rosenhaus Tuesday, April 19.

Fantasy Tip: The news continues to darken Manziel's once bright career. He has no fantasy value for 2016 at this stage.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:20:54 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) will have his family violence case presented to a grand jury Thursday, April 21, with a decision likely announced Monday, April 25.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel has some things to take care of off the field before he can focus on getting back on it. He's unlikely to be a factor in fantasy this season.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 18:26:23 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel's (Browns) agent, Drew Rosenhaus, said he doesn't expect Manziel to seek the treatment necessary for Rosenhaus to continue to represent him.

Fantasy Tip: You know it's bad when a player's agent won't even offer support. Manziel is throwing away one chance after the next, and he is unlikely to have any fantasy value in 2016.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:34:51 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) is accused of hosting parties at a Los Angeles home earlier this month that caused extensive property damage, according to a letter from an attorney representing the owner of the property. ESPN obtained the letter Friday from attorney Niki Ghazian, who wrote that "evidence suggests" that Manziel and his friends "were consuming drugs and alcohol." Her client is seeking $31,580, including $19,580 in damage and replacement fees.

Fantasy Tip: The news that continues to filter out about Manziel's issues off the field are concerning. He's unlikely to be a factor in fantasy in the 2016 season but could resurface eventually.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Wed, 13 Apr 2016 16:53:46 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel's (Browns) agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has told Manziel that he needs to get treatment or Rosenhaus will cease representing the embattled quarterback. Rosenhaus has terminated his standard representation with Manziel, but said there is a five-day window for him to rescind that decision.

Fantasy Tip: There is definitely merit to Rosenhaus's frustration. Manziel has not made the most of his opportunities, resulting in his release earlier this offseason. He can be kept on waivers in seasonal leagues until further notice.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Wed, 13 Apr 2016 15:46:23 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) was a passenger in a hit-and-run collision that is under investigation by Los Angeles police. Manziel and others involved were not injured and no other vehicles were involved. Manziel was interviewed and the investigation is ongoing.

Fantasy Tip: It's unlikely that Manziel will be rejoining the NFL any time soon, so he can be safely left on waivers.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - A.J. Perez

Mon, 11 Apr 2016 11:20:11 -0700

Contrary to a previous report, Denver Broncos LB Von Miller is not living in the same house as free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns), according to a source. Both players are simply living in Los Angeles.

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| Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis

Mon, 11 Apr 2016 09:33:19 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) said he has moved in with Denver Broncos LB Von Miller in an attempt to get back into the NFL. "If I had to make my decision on it, he would already be on the Broncos," Miller said. "But we've got guys in the front office that make those decisions, and they put us in championships with those decisions." Miller and Manziel both went to Texas A and M in college, and head coach Gary Kubiak also played quarterback there.

Fantasy Tip: While the Broncos had some discussions with Manziel about possibly adding him to their roster, nothing appears imminent as Denver looks to add to their quarterback depth chart of Mark Sanchez and Trevor Siemian. Even if Manziel were to sign with Denver, he wouldn't appeal to many fantasy owners in 2016.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 11:24:20 -0700

Updating an earlier report, free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) isn't of interest to the Denver Broncos, and they haven't discussed signing him.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is unlikely to be a factor in fantasy in 2016, but he could re-emerge at some point.

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| Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 11:23:49 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) has spoken to Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak as a potential fit with the Broncos.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is unlikely to be a factor in fantasy in 2016.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tue, 05 Apr 2016 09:21:43 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) is expected to have a grand jury seated within a week to 10 days to hear his case to determine whether he'll be charged with misdemeanor assault. A misdemeanor assault case carries a maximum punishment of one year in jail and a $4,000 fine.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel isn't expected to be in the fantasy picture in 2016.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 10:31:12 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) could still be disciplined for assaulting his ex-girlfriend in January, according to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. "Those investigations have been ongoing," Goodell said, noting that the league has yet to come to a satisfactory conclusion on the matter.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel may be on the radar of some teams this offseason, but his off-field problems and possible suspension might scare any suitors away. Manziel shouldn't be on anyone's fantasy radar heading into 2016.

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| Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 16:44:12 -0700

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) and his new agent, Drew Rosenhaus, are talking privately with teams. Rosenhaus isn't commented publicly until he has more time to develop a relationship with his new client. Rosenhaus said teams are interested in Manziel, but he didn't specify which ones.

Fantasy Tip: Whichever teams are looking at Manziel aren't looking at him in a starting role, that much can be said. It still remains to be seen if any club will actually take a chance on Johnny Football after all of his off-field problems this past season. He should be nowhere near the radar of any fantasy owners in 2016.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Sat, 19 Mar 2016 17:21:28 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel has hired Drew Rosenhaus as his agent Saturday, March 19.

Fantasy Tip: As good as Rosenhaus has been at selling his players, he would have to work a miracle to put Manziel in a position to have a fantasy impact in 2016.

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| Source: CBSSports.com - Jason La Canfora

Sat, 12 Mar 2016 13:35:54 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel cleared waivers Saturday, March 12, and is now a free agent.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is free to be signed by any team, but he's unlikely to be in a position to have fantasy value to open the season.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Sat, 12 Mar 2016 07:53:01 -0800

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) will not receive any interest from the Dallas Cowboys at this point, and the team will not pursue Manziel in the near future unless he turns things around in his life, according to a source.

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| Source: The Dallas Morning News - David Moore

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 09:00:13 -0800

No NFL teams are expected to pick up the contract of free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns). Of Manziel's $8.245 million over four years with the Cleveland Browns, $7.7 million was fully guaranteed.

Fantasy Tip: A QB-needy club could eventually kick the tires on Manziel, but after all the off-field damage he's done in the past year, there's also the possibility that Manziel has played his last down in the NFL. He shouldn't be on anyone's fantasy radar.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 08:37:35 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel was waived Friday, March 11.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel could be picked up by a team, but he is unlikely to have fantasy value entering the 2016 season.

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| Source: ClevelandBrowns.com

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 06:06:34 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel is expected to be cut by the end of the day Friday, March 11.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is unlikely to have fantasy value entering the 2016 season.

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| Source: ESPNCleveland.com - Tony Grossi

Thu, 10 Mar 2016 12:29:03 -0800

The Cleveland Browns have yet to release QB Johnny Manziel because there is some trade interest from unknown teams.

Fantasy Tip: It's hard to fathom that any teams would be willing to trade for Manziel after all the off-field trouble he's gotten into this past year. But if it does happen, Manziel probably wouldn't be anything more than a weak fantasy backup.

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| Source: NFL Network - Aditi Kinkhabwala

Thu, 10 Mar 2016 09:10:39 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel may have as many as three teams interested in him, according to a source.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is unlikely to have any fantasy value in 2016.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Wed, 09 Mar 2016 15:52:00 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel was not released Wednesday, March 9, but he's expected to be cut later this week.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel won't have many suitors after all of the off-field incidents he's had this past year with Cleveland. He should be firmly off all fantasy radars entering the 2016 season.

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| Source: NFL Network - Aditi Kinkhabwala

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 15:27:08 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel's domestic violence case is heading to a grand jury to determine if Manziel will be indicted for a class A misdemeanor assault. The Dallas Police Department said they are through with their investigation and it will not release any further details of the investigation while it is pending grand jury presentation.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel's troublesome offseason isn't going away any time soon, and he'll probably be released early next month, too. He has shown glimpses of being able to succeed at the NFL level, but his off-field issues have almost completely engulfed his talent so far. Stay away from him in next year's fantasy drafts.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - Eric Prisbell

Wed, 24 Feb 2016 10:58:48 -0800

Cleveland Browns new head coach Hue Jackson said he the club will make a decision on QB Johnny Manziel soon. Jackson didn't say directly the team would cut Manziel, but the Browns intend to take a stand and show that Manziel's behavior won't be tolerated. Cleveland can't release Manziel until the new league year starts March 9 for salary cap reasons.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is likely to be cut by the Browns after his domestic violence incident last month. Whether another team takes a chance on him as a backup quarterback remains to be seen. But after all off his off-field incidents, Manziel has quickly fallen off the fantasy map.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - Tom Pelissero

Sat, 20 Feb 2016 10:18:44 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel has still not been charged or arrested for allegedly assaulting and threatening his ex-girlfriend.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel's future status remains in limbo from a legal standpoint, but he is expected to be released early next month by the Browns anyway. It's hard to believe that any team would be willing to take a chance on a troubled backup quarterback. Manziel is a fantasy afterthought.

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| Source: Twitter

Thu, 11 Feb 2016 15:28:03 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Josh McCown is the starting quarterback for the Browns as of now. QB Johnny Manziel will be on his way out next month, too, which causes Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer to believe the Browns will take a quarterback with their No. 2 overall pick, namely California QB Jared Goff or North Dakota State QB Carson Wentz.

Fantasy Tip: No one's finger presses harder on the pulse of the Browns than Cabot's. McCown is a supbar veteran quarterback whose NFL career may be done in the near future, and Manziel has proven time and again that he's not the answer for the future. If Cleveland doesn't sign a bona fide free-agent quarterback, it's hard to imagine the Browns using their No. 2 pick on another position.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 11:56:27 -0800

Updating a previous report, Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel was allegedly drunk at a practice last season and the Browns allegedly covered it up by saying he had a concussion. The Browns are denying the report. A Browns spokesman said Johnny Manziel came to the team facility on the morning of December 30 and complained of concussion symptoms. The spokesman also said that Manziel was tested by an independent neurologist and entered the NFL's concussion protocol. He then remained in the protocol until January 12 after being cleared by the neurologist.

Fantasy Tip: It's been quite the career already for Johnny Manziel already, unfortunately mostly because of his off-field goings-on. Manziel is expected to be released by the Browns early next month.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - A.J. Perez

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 09:34:05 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel allegedly showed up drunk to a practice late in the season on a Wednesday, and the team tried to cover it up by saying he was in the concussion protocol, according to one Browns player.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is likely to be cut next month, and he has no fantasy value right now.

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| Source: NFL Network - Michael Silver

Mon, 08 Feb 2016 16:14:56 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel's ex-girlfriend issued an affidavit that said Manziel hit her so hard during a late-night confrontation that she lost hearing in one ear. Colleen Crowley suffered a ruptured eardrum, which is expected to heal eventually. She is seeking to obtain a protective order against Manziel. Manziel is currently under criminal investigation on allegations of domestic violence.

"Fearful for my life, I hit (Manziel) several times, hoping I could back out of the car," she said in the affidavit, adding Manziel "threw me off of him and I hit my head on the car window and I fell into the passenger floorboard."

Fantasy Tip: Manziel's career is wobbly right now, at best. The Browns are expected to release him in March, and no teams are likely to be willing to take a chance on him amid this controversy and a possible suspension from the league. Manziel doesn't have any fantasy value at the moment.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Fri, 05 Feb 2016 13:45:38 -0800

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam has been unable to reach QB Johnny Manziel in the wake of his off-field incident last weekend in which his ex-girlfriend claimed that he hit her several times and appeared to be on drugs. "We're not worried about Johnny Manziel the football player, we're worried about Johnny Manziel the person, and I think that's all we need to say on the issue," Haslam said. Haslam "appeared frustrated" and "emotional." Manziel will not face charges for the incident.

Fantasy Tip: The Browns are fully prepared to release Manziel next month amid his off-field problems, and given the latest development last weekend with his ex-girlfriend, not many NFL teams are likely to want to take a chance on him. There's a chance Manziel never plays in the NFL again. His fantasy value takes a back seat to his personal health and well-being.

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| Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Fri, 05 Feb 2016 09:28:14 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel's father, Paul Manziel, said Johnny has twice declined to be admitted to area rehabilitation facilities in the last week. Paul Manziel said he's worried about his son's well being. "I truly believe if they can't get him help, he won't live to see his 24th birthday," Manziel said.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel has no fantasy value right now as he clearly has things to address before worrying about his football career.

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| Source: The Dallas Morning News - Kate Hairopoulos

Fri, 05 Feb 2016 09:27:02 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel's agent, Erik Burkhardt, has cut ties with him Friday, Feb. 5. Last month, Cleveland Cavaliers star forward LeBron James dropped Manziel from James' LRMR marketing firm.

Fantasy Tip: The news keeps getting more grim for Manziel. He has no fantasy prowess right now.

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| Source: ESPN.com