Buccaneer Jameis Winston: The true effects of his mistakes

For five seasons Jameis Winston has thrown more interceptions than any other quarterback of the same time frame. What are the implications on his teammates?

As you read this article, try placing yourself in the shoes of Buccaneer Jameis Winston’s teammates. Fans tend to forget that for every action there is a reaction. This article will explore those reactions.

So, you are a defensive player for the Bucs. The game has started out well, and the offense is driving up and down the field. Your defense has just left the field after stopping what looked to be like a sure scoring drive from the opponent.

Your defensive unit dug in their heels and stopped a fourth down and short in the red zone. Sweat stings your eyes as you down some Gatorade, try to cool off, and get your breath.

Your units play stopped the home team from scoring and quieted a raucous crowd. You are still trying to wipe the sweat from your face as you realize the crowd has exploded into cheering.

Defense, defense, the position coaches are hollering out. Your quarterback has just thrown a dart into the chest of your opponents cornerback. You must now stop your recovery from the last drive that you stopped and get back onto the field.

You are in a familiar spot, the same spot you just stopped the other teams offense at. Now their offense has four more chances from the red zone again, and you must dig deep and stop them once more.

You give it your all and do stop the touchdown, yet they did connect on a field goal to take the lead. You return to the sidelines and begin the recovery sequence once again. Minutes later the crowd erupts into a frenzy.