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Leigh Steinberg says issue with Johnny Manziel is 'saving his life'

Leigh Steinberg doesn't represent Johnny Manziel, but the famous sports agent is a recovering addict.

In a recent interview with SportsDay DFW's podcast, Steinberg said Manziel's future in pro football is riding on the young quarterback getting meaningful help.

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"I think it's pretty clear he's in a state of denial and at the root of it is some form of addictive behavior. We're never clear why he went to rehab but I assume most people don't go there for a hangnail," Steinberg said, referring to Manziel's brief time in rehab in early 2015.