The first televised interview with Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o and his parents ended in tears today after Katie Couric asked them what it feels like to be accused of willfully deceiving the ...

During Friday's edition of "Good Morning Football" on NFL Network, Te'o explained why this will be a non-factor going into the 2025 season. "I think it's not a distraction at all," Te'o said.

It is hard to believe the truth has been told in this story. It may never be known, though Te’o is now admitting that he played along even after learning that he was being hoaxed.