Winston Won't Light It Up

Florida State QB Jameis Winston had quite a season this year. In addition to wining the Heisman Trophy and resolving a sexual assault allegation against him, he is also preparing to lead his team against Auburn in the Bowl Championship Series national title game on January 6th.

After the game, he will begin his preparation for the upcoming season of the Florida State baseball team. He plans to play both sports because he wants to follow the footsteps of Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders who had great careers in the NFL and MLB.

Winston was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 15th round after he graduated from high school last year. He was ranked as the 22nd best high school prospect by Perfect Game, but ended up with signing with Florida State who agreed to let him play both sports.

Sanders and Jackson were very unique athletes who were able to do something that few can accomplish. Winston is a pitcher, but projects to be an outfielder.

Jackson and Sanders had abbreviated NFL seasons when they played both sports. I don't see how Winston can miss part of the season and still expect to be a starting quarterback. He might do better as a backup on some team, but he needs to find one that is willing to cater to his wishes.