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Johnny Manziel hangs out in Vegas with celebrity chef Mario Batali

Since being cut by the Browns earlier this month, quarterback Johnny Manziel has been avoiding the public spotlight, trying to erase the perception he loves the party lifestyle.

Sorry — that's what many fans might think Manziel should be trying to do. Turns out, he's still living the high-flying lifestyle that helped wear out his welcome in Cleveland. He turned up after midnight Saturday night with his entourage in Las Vegas. Celebrity chef Mario Batali encountered the group at the Venetian Hotel's TAO nightclub, and posted a picture on his Instagram account.

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Batali tagged the image, "Turns out Johnny Manziel is pretty pretty cool!