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Manziel Out, NBA Champ Caruso Picks CFP Game
20 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Alex Caruso replaced Johnny Manziel as guest picker.
- The game is a high-leverage College Football Playoff matchup.
- Caruso is an Aggies alum and a native of College Station.
ESPN's "College GameDay" announced a late switch for its guest picker ahead of Saturday's pivotal College Football Playoff game. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso, an alumnus of Texas A&M and a native of College Station, will now make the selections, replacing Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel. The exact reason for the change has not been publicly disclosed by ESPN, and Manziel has not commented on the matter.
The game features No. 7 Texas A&M against No. 10 Miami, with the winner earning a spot in the Cotton Bowl on December 31st to face Ohio State. This high-stakes matchup amplifies the intrigue surrounding the guest picker decision, as Manziel is a legendary figure in Aggies football history.
Caruso's presence as an NBA champion and local product offers a unique dynamic for the broadcast, balancing football analysis with local ties and current sports stardom. This unexpected change highlights the significant spotlight on the Aggies as they compete on a national stage.
