NFL Week 12, 2019: 20 Bold predictions to consider
By Dan Parzych
20. Winston tosses four interceptions for second-straight game
Sunday marked the fifth time in six games the Tampa Bay Buccaneers finished on the losing end after coming up short against the New Orleans Saints.
And while the argument can be made the Buccaneers deserve some credit for adjusting to playing under Bruce Arians for the first time in 2019, this season has arguably turned out to be a complete waste from a talent perspective.
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Most importantly, this season has drawn plenty of speculation over whether Jameis Winston still deserves to be the quarterback of the future in Tampa Bay since the team can only provide so many chances or prove himself worthy of the starting job.
Just about every time Winston comes through with an impressive performance to make it seem like his job is secure, the former No. 1 pick usually follows up with a disappointing outing.
Take a look at this past weekend for example when Winston threw four interceptions in a loss to the New Orleans Saints, and it’s easy to understand why the frustration is so high surrounding the Buccaneers.
A few weeks ago, a Week 12 meeting with the Atlanta Falcons seemed like the perfect opportunity for Winston to come through with a strong performance, but the circumstances have changed a bit.
Due to the Falcons pulling off two impressive wins in a row over the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, Winston could be in trouble again during Week 12.