Giants quarterback Jameis Winston has drawn attention for his personality both on and off the field. Running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. recently shared a story on the “Nightcap” show with Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, describing Winston’s interest in mixed martial arts after a UFC fighter visited their practice.
“We had a UFC fighter come to our practice and she gave him some gloves and signed them and everything,” Tracy said. “Jameis comes in the locker room and starts like doing UFC-like kicks and fights with the gloves on. He’s really trying to fight people in the locker room, showing us how he kicks and everything. I promise you, I thought I was an outgoing person until I met him. He’s literally one of one. He’s a great person and a very down-to-earth guy.”
Winston signed a two-year contract worth $8 million with the Giants in the offseason. He is expected to serve as backup or No. 3 quarterback behind Russell Wilson, with rookie Jaxson Dart also competing for playing time during preseason games.
There has been speculation regarding Winston’s future with the team, as trade rumors surfaced earlier this month. However, Giants assistant general manager Brandon Brown addressed these reports, stating, “I appreciate people that are interested, but Jameis is a New York Giant (…) The way that he’s gone about his business from day one, he’s made it very intentional that he wants to be here and for the long haul.”
Winston remains with the team going into the season as discussions about his role continue.
