'Top Gun' Star Steals the Spotlight in 'Eli's Places' Cameo

In a recent episode of Eli Manning's ESPN series 'Eli's Places', the former NFL quarterback learns that the 'Chad Powers' character he introduced in season one is getting his own Hulu comedy series. However, Manning is surprised to find that 'Top Gun: Maverick' star Glen Powell has cast himself in the lead role, rather than Manning playing the part.

The two entertainers engage in a lighthearted on-set clash, with Manning protesting that he created the 'Chad Powers' character and shouldn't be replaced. Powell, however, points out that many famous characters have been played by actors other than their creators. The confrontation highlights the humorous dynamic between the two as they navigate the transition from Manning's show to Powell's new comedy series.

According to Powell, the process of creating 'Chad Powers' was "the most fun I've ever had doing anything." The actor explains that in addition to making a football-themed comedy, the show aims to explore "the nature of cancel culture" and what it's like to be "tossed out by society" while trying to reclaim one's relevance. With its heartfelt and nuanced approach, the 'Chad Powers' series is poised to resonate with audiences when it premieres on Hulu.