It contributed plenty. I know people well who know this family and grew up with Manziel. Hind sight is 20/20, but the parents created this little monster. They never set any boundaries, rules or limitations - and let him run the show.
This carried on when he went to A&M. Contrary to calls the coaches sent in, he would defy them and run different plays. But since he was successful because of his exceptional athleticism, they decided to let him basically run the offense. It worked and gave Manziel an even more exhilarating feeling of untouchable euphoria.
Johnny got used to getting high on being a rebel and increased using drugs & alcohol. Sadly, he may not hit rock bottom and seek help before he may permanently hurt others and himself.
Quite possibly even worse — pumped him full of the demonic in the first place, pursuing their own selfish ends.
I’ve heard similar, regarding the parents. Very sad.
I pray he doesn’t hurt anyone else in his downward spiral, as well. And, that he can overcome this.
And is it possible that this sad lad might be a mirror, in some degree, unto us? A “but for the grace of God there go I” case?
If the bible is not lying, then all humanity has pursued a rebel course. Some people thereafter get straightened up quicker, some slower, some never before they die and then comes the judgment.
I predict a dire end for this young man.....
I can't imagine having a terrific athlete as a son or dtr...none of my kids cared for sports for the most part.....
it must be intoxicating thinking of your kid being the star first in grade school then hs and then college....
I imagine some parents would let them have every single thing they wanted, in fear that if they didn't, maybe it would spoil the potential of the kid...
some people believe that letting athletes run wild is just boys being boys...