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Johnny Manziel has a job in pro sports again!
TMZ Sports has learned the former QB inked a promotional deal with DAZN to promote the big Anthony Joshua vs. Andy Ruiz rematch this weekend … which is going down at the same time as the SEC Championship.
We’re told the deal with Manziel is a “one-time partnership” with DAZN … but it could lead to something bigger. We’re told DAZN made a similar deal with Saquon Barkley.
One source tells us the streaming service is trying to find creative ways to promote their content and tapping Manziel, who has a large and loyal following, could pay off big.
The hook for DAZN is that the fight starts at 12:30 PM PT and will overlap with the LSU vs. Georgia game on CBS.
Manziel’s selling point is that fans don’t have to choose one or the other — they can watch the game on TV and the fight on any device.
As for Manziel’s other career … you know, the football thing … still unclear if he plans to play again. He’s only 26 and still flashed some of the Heisman talent during his short stint in the CFL last year.