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Jameis Winston

Jameis Winston is an American professional football quarterback who played college football for Florida State, where he won the Heisman Trophy and helped the Seminoles win the 2014 national championship.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Jameis Winston is an American professional football quarterback who won the Heisman Trophy in college and was the first overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.

What it is

Jameis Lanaed Winston (born January 6, 1994) is a quarterback known for his standout college career at Florida State University and his NFL stints with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants.

Why it matters

Winston's 2013 Heisman Trophy win at age 19 made him the youngest winner at the time. He led Florida State to the 2014 national championship and set franchise rookie records in Tampa Bay, making him a notable figure in both college and professional football.

Key details

Winston was born in Bessemer, Alabama, and also played baseball, getting drafted by the Texas Rangers in 2012. His NFL career includes a Pro Bowl selection (2015) and being the first overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. He signed with the New York Giants in 2025.

In short

  • Won the 2013 Heisman Trophy as a freshman at Florida State.
  • First overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
  • Has played for four NFL teams, most recently the New York Giants (2025).
  • Also drafted in baseball by the Texas Rangers in 2012.

Quick questions

Which college did Jameis Winston attend?
He attended Florida State University and played quarterback for the Seminoles.
Which NFL team drafted Jameis Winston first overall?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected him first overall in the 2015 NFL Draft.
What major award did Jameis Winston win in college?
He won the 2013 Heisman Trophy.

Sources

  1. Heisman Trophy — https://www.heisman.com/heisman-winners/jameis-winston/
    Supports: Birth date, college, Heisman win, age record, and Alabama background.
  2. New York Giants — https://www.giants.com/team/players-roster/jameis-winston/
    Supports: Current team, height, college, career totals, and 2025 season information.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/2969939/jameis-winston
    Supports: Birth date, position, draft status, teams played for, and awards.
  4. Encyclopedia of Alabama — https://www.encyclopediaofalabama.org/article/winston-jameis/
    Supports: Birthplace, family background, college career, professional teams, and marriage/family details.
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jameis_Winston
    Supports: Career timeline, including Buccaneers, Saints, Browns, Giants, and 2025 signing.