2015 NFL Draft: Bowl Game Player Standouts Part 2
By Andy Miley
Jan 1, 2015; Pasadena, CA, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Jameis Winston (5) looks to pass in the 2015 Rose Bowl college football game against the Oregon Ducks at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
QB: Jameis Winston, Florida State
For such a controversial man off the field, the quarterback is quite calm in the pocket and is comfortable taking snaps from center or shotgun formation. The gunslinger is an emotional leader and keeps competing until the bitter end. He has good arm-strength and can make all the throws using good footwork by stepping forward while releasing the ball. Winston is also willing to take the safe check down throws to avoid turning over the ball.
When he has the protection, the young quarterback tries to work thru his progressions, but can run with the ball when he sees an opening. He has quick feet and sees down the field, reading blocks to gain additional yardage and uses a mean stiff-arm. There were times under pressure that Winston threw behind his receivers, leaving them exposed to big hits trying to contort to the pigskin. As the game went along, the quarterback got more frustrated and lost grip on the ball which resulted in a big fumble touchdown return by Oregon. Hopefully he can put his off-field woes behind him.