Summary:
- Netflix’s documentary “Untold: Johnny Football” explores the rise and fall of star quarterback Johnny Manziel, with agent Erik Burkhardt providing insight into his time representing him during both the peak of his career and subsequent downfall.
- Erik Burkhardt, a notable NFL agent, showcases his passion for the game and its players in the documentary, detailing Manziel’s journey from Texas A&M to the Cleveland Browns. Despite being well-versed in managing high-profile clients, Manziel proved to be Burkhardt’s toughest client.
- After a series of controversies and a failed stay in rehab, Burkhardt made the difficult decision to fire Manziel as a client in 2016. The documentary delves into the tumultuous relationship between the agent and quarterback, highlighting the impact Manziel’s actions had on his own future