Get ready for a fun story that will make you question your own football skills! Glen Powell, the star of Top Gun: Maverick, recently revealed a hilarious encounter with NFL legend Eli Manning.
It all started when Glen Powell, known for his role in the blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick, decided to adapt his ESPN skit into a new Hulu comedy series, Chad Powers. Little did he know, Eli Manning had already formed an opinion about his football abilities, and it wasn't exactly glowing.
During an appearance on The View, Glen shared a funny anecdote about his meeting with Eli and his brother Peyton. He explained how they 'broke down' his throwing arm, especially after witnessing his performance in the iconic beach scene of Top Gun: Maverick. Glen humorously recalled Eli's words: "You can play Chad, but we've got to work on your throw. Top Gun: Maverick, it didn't look so good."
But here's where it gets controversial... Glen had a clever comeback! He retorted, "You've never thrown a ball covered in coconut oil. Top Gun: Maverick is all about the flexing!"
The co-hosts of The View couldn't help but laugh at this playful exchange. Sara Haines, one of the hosts, pointed out that the football game in that scene wasn't the main attraction for viewers. She said, "It's not really about the football. As a fan, I can say that's not why we're watching."
And this is the part most people miss... Glen and the Manning brothers actually teamed up for the new comedy series, Chad Powers. In the show, Glen plays a disgraced college football star who disguises himself as Chad Powers, a talented oddball joining the South Georgia Catfish team. The Manning brothers, as executive producers, even helped Glen improve his throwing skills for his role as the hotshot quarterback.
During the interview, Sara Haines asked Eli if he and his brother felt Glen's existing football skills were up to par when they began working on Chad Powers. Eli's response was insightful: "I saw potential in the throwing. Once he explained the coconut oil, it made more sense."
Eli further elaborated, saying he reviewed some early footage of Glen's throwing and found "definite athletic ability."
The conversation took an amusing turn when Haines joked that Eli could have been Glen's "body double" for the football scenes in Chad Powers. Eli playfully agreed, adding that he could have done the same for Top Gun: Maverick due to their similar physiques. He joked, "You could have put me in the top gun scene, I would have fit right in!"
Chad Powers is now streaming on Hulu, with new episodes every Tuesday. So, will you be tuning in to see Glen's football skills in action? And what do you think about Eli's critique? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below! We'd love to hear your take on this lighthearted story.
