Fans React to Glen Powell’s First Look in Eli Manning-Produced Series “Chad Powers”

August 30, 2025 - Hulu revealed the first trailer today for “Chad Powers,” the latest comedy series executive-produced by brothers Eli and Peyton Manning. Starring Glen Powell as the titular character, the show follows a disgruntled college player who infiltrates a struggling Southern football team under the alias “Chad Powers.”

The teaser dropped across social media this afternoon, sparking a flurry of reactions:

• Many fans celebrated the Mannings’ transition from sports documentaries to scripted comedy, praising their track record with hit series like “Quarterback” and “Receiver.”
• One viewer quipped on X that Powell had gone “from Top Gun to Top QB,” referencing his breakout role in Top Gun: Maverick.
• Others underscored the actor’s charisma, predicting that “Chad Powers is about to become my new favorite character” and declaring the Manning brothers’ latest venture a cultural reset.

However, not all responses were glowing. Critics argued that the premise felt overused, lamenting, “They’ve been milking this plot since the VHS era,” while some questioned Powell’s age portraying a college student. Despite skepticism, the series has generated significant buzz ahead of its September 30 premiere on Hulu.

“Chad Powers” marks Eli Manning’s foray into comedic storytelling, expanding his post-NFL career into original scripted content. The network hopes the combination of Manning’s football legacy and Powell’s rising star power will score big with audiences.