Jameis Winston says he'd 'be able to go' right now if asked

AsylumGuido · 05-13-2022, 09:31 AM

Jameis Winston says he'd 'be able to go' right now if asked

Ross Jackson
May 13, 2022 8:14 am CT

While the NFL schedule release took center stage Thursday night, New Orleans Saints fans were treated to another sight. Starting quarterback Jameis Winston joined Rich Eisen, Steve Mariucci and Michael Irvin of NFL Network to discuss the Saints’ 2022 schedule. But before getting into the calendar, Mariucci had a bigger question for Winston.

“Well before we talk more schedule,” the former San Francisco 49ers coach prefaced, “I want to talk about you, Jameis. How are you feeling? Are you close to being 100% so you can win more games this year?”

Without hesitation, Winston gave the most positive response we’ve heard thus far about his recovery from last season’s Week 7 ACL tear: “Coach if you need me to strap it up right now, I’d be able to go.”

The former first-round pick suffered his season-ending injury against his former team the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Halloween night last year. It was a devastating blow after a 14-to-3 touchdown to interception ratio got him started after winning the quarterback battle with Taysom Hill.

Winston will see the Buccaneers again early in 2022 with a Week 2 home opener in New Orleans. It’s appropriate that Winston would open home field play against the team he last met a year ago. But for Winston and the Saints, the first week’s matchup with the Atlanta Falcons is top priority.

When asked if he’d be the starting quarterback against the Falcons Week 1, Winston minced no words. “Yes sir,” he told Eisen. “I know I’m (going to) be out there ready and prepared to go. Absolutely.”

New Orleans brought Winston back this offseason on a two-year $28 million deal. They also added veteran signal-caller Andy Dalton to back him up. But if Winston’s assessment of his recovery is correct, there will be no need for an early-season look at Dalton. From what Winston had to say, he should be on the field Week 1 in Atlanta.

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AsylumGuido · 05-13-2022, 09:32 AM

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SmashMouth · 05-13-2022, 10:18 AM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1524935132901040129

Will Can't Guard Mike make a similar statement?

leilung · 05-13-2022, 10:21 AM

Gotta feel good about this!

Boston Saint · 05-13-2022, 10:36 AM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Will Can't Guard Mike make a similar statement?

Apparently he still has “hurdles”.

SmashMouth · 05-13-2022, 11:04 AM

AsylumGuido · 05-13-2022, 12:45 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Will Can't Guard Mike make a similar statement?

Olave posted that Thomas and himself were working out together recently.

SmashMouth · 05-13-2022, 05:58 PM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

Apparently he still has “hurdles”.

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AsylumGuido · 05-19-2022, 10:39 AM

Jameis has got an arm. That's for sure.

Rugby Saint II · 05-19-2022, 10:56 AM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Jameis has got an arm. That's for sure.

https://twitter.com/KevinWashJr/stat...91550576746498

He's got a big arm but the problem is that he has no touch to the ball. He needs to work on that. I see that as one of the flaws he needs to work on. That, and of course, his decision making still needs work.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,274	Jameis Winston says he'd 'be able to go' right now if asked Twitter Jameis Winston says he'd 'be able to go' right now if asked Ross Jackson May 13, 2022 8:14 am CT While the NFL schedule release took center stage Thursday night, New Orleans Saints fans were treated to another sight. Starting quarterback Jameis Winston joined Rich Eisen, Steve Mariucci and Michael Irvin of NFL Network to discuss the Saints’ 2022 schedule. But before getting into the calendar, Mariucci had a bigger question for Winston. “Well before we talk more schedule,” the former San Francisco 49ers coach prefaced, “I want to talk about you, Jameis. How are you feeling? Are you close to being 100% so you can win more games this year?” Without hesitation, Winston gave the most positive response we’ve heard thus far about his recovery from last season’s Week 7 ACL tear: “Coach if you need me to strap it up right now, I’d be able to go.” The former first-round pick suffered his season-ending injury against his former team the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Halloween night last year. It was a devastating blow after a 14-to-3 touchdown to interception ratio got him started after winning the quarterback battle with Taysom Hill. Winston will see the Buccaneers again early in 2022 with a Week 2 home opener in New Orleans. It’s appropriate that Winston would open home field play against the team he last met a year ago. But for Winston and the Saints, the first week’s matchup with the Atlanta Falcons is top priority. When asked if he’d be the starting quarterback against the Falcons Week 1, Winston minced no words. “Yes sir,” he told Eisen. “I know I’m (going to) be out there ready and prepared to go. Absolutely.” New Orleans brought Winston back this offseason on a two-year $28 million deal. They also added veteran signal-caller Andy Dalton to back him up. But if Winston’s assessment of his recovery is correct, there will be no need for an early-season look at Dalton. From what Winston had to say, he should be on the field Week 1 in Atlanta. Saint in Aus likes this.
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Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,073	Re: Jameis Winston says he'd 'be able to go' right now if asked Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Jameis has got an arm. That's for sure. https://twitter.com/KevinWashJr/stat...91550576746498 He's got a big arm but the problem is that he has no touch to the ball. He needs to work on that. I see that as one of the flaws he needs to work on. That, and of course, his decision making still needs work.