This title introduces readers to college football sensation Johnny Manziel. Manziel’s life story is examined, from his childhood in Texas to his high school football success with the Tivy High School where he went 520 of 819 for 7,626 yards on the way to being named All-State and a Parade All American. Manziel’s NCAA career as quarterback for the Texas A&M Aggies is covered, including his 2012 Cotton Bowl victory, 2012 AP Player of the Year award, and 2012 Heisman Trophy. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.