Glen Powell, known for his sky-high performance in "Top Gun: Maverick," is set to star as a quarterback in Hulu's upcoming series "Chad Powers," which draws inspiration from a skit by two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning. TMZ reports that Powell was recently spotted filming football scenes where he portrays Russ Holliday, a washed-up quarterback in a tight spot during what looks like the Rose Bowl, facing off against the Georgia Bulldogs.

The stakes seem cinematic on the field, but Powell juggles them behind the scenes as well: along with gracing the screen, he takes on roles as the co-writer and executive producer. "Chad Powers" is born from a character conceived by Eli Manning for his ESPN+ docuseries "Eli's Places," reports KOIN. The show initially caught the spotlight in a Variety piece back in February, but details have been as elusive as a quarterback avoiding a sack—until now.

As foreshadowed in Athlon Sports' coverage, Powell is not just a star on the rise but a storyteller, crafting the narrative with co-writer Michael Waldron. The plot thickens as Powell's character navigates his rise from walk-on to leader for the Ducks, all under the disguise of the alter ego, Chad Powers. This development heralds a ten-episode order from Hulu, promising to bring sports satire and excitement to our screens in 2025.

With his recent acting in "Twisters" and notoriety from "Top Gun: Maverick," Powell's involvement in "Chad Powers" adds intrigue to television's usually predictable lineup. This series seems to symbolize a deeper narrative thread about redemption and the tenacity it takes to climb back to the top, whether in Hollywood or on the football field. Audiences can expect to see Powell don a mullet for this role, paying tribute to Manning's undercover attempt as a college football walk-on—a detail that will likely endear nostalgic fans of '80s football aesthetics as well as newcomers to the magic of pigskin lore. Stay tuned: the series premiere may be a year out, but the buzz is already here.