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Finally! A Positive Johnny Manziel Story

Now for something completely different — a non-negative Johnny Manziel story. However, the internet has its doubts.

COLLEGE STATION, TX — After being released from the Cleveland Browns in March, Johnny Manziel seems to have been studying for the bar exam full-time — just not the right kind of bar exam. However, it's been learned recently that the former Heisman Trophy winner and Browns quarterback has re-enrolled at Texas A&M as a senior majoring in recreation, parks and tourism sciences.

According to TexAgs.com, Manziel will continue to live in Los Angeles while he pursues his degree through online classes.

TMZ.com asked Manziel why he went back to school, and he said:

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"I'm trying to get back to my roots. I need to get my degree like I told my parents I would."

Manziel left Texas A&M after the 2013 season to enter the 2014 NFL draft, where he was selected No. 22 overall by the Browns.

His NFL career took a nosedive, however, after several sometimes bizarre off-field incidents, including a domestic violence charge involving his ex-girlfriend Colleen Crowley.

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But going back to school is a good thing, right? The internet is a bit skeptical. Check out the web's reaction below:

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