History of Jameis Winston in Timeline

Jameis Lanaed Winston is an American football quarterback currently playing for the New York Giants. He achieved early success at Florida State University, winning the Heisman Trophy as the youngest recipient and leading the Seminoles to a BCS National Championship in 2014. Winston was then drafted first overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2015 NFL Draft.

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1974: Tom Owen Named to NFL All-Rookie Team

In 1974, Tom Owen was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.

1978: Doug Williams Named to NFL All-Rookie Team

In 1978, Doug Williams was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.

1991: Brett Favre's Interception

In 1991, Brett Favre's first pass was intercepted and returned for a touchdown, which occurred again to Jameis Winston during his first regular season game.

January 6, 1994: Jameis Winston's Birth

On January 6, 1994, Jameis Lanaed Winston was born. He is now a professional football quarterback for the New York Giants of the NFL.

February 3, 2012: Commitment to Florida State University

On February 3, 2012, Jameis Winston committed to attend Florida State University. He was also drafted by the Texas Rangers but chose not to sign, opting to play college football.

December 7, 2012: Sexual assault allegation

On December 7, 2012, a sexual assault allegation involving Jameis Winston was originally filed with the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD).

2012: Redshirted during the 2012 college football season

In 2012, Jameis Winston redshirted during the college football season, sitting behind senior quarterback EJ Manuel.

2012: Josh Freeman's Franchise Record

In 2012, Josh Freeman set a franchise record which Jameis Winston came close to beating in his rookie season.

February 2013: Complaint classified as inactive

In February 2013, the complaint about the sexual assault allegation was originally investigated by the police and classified as open/inactive with no charges being filed.

July 2013: Soda stealing complaint

In July 2013, a Burger King employee called police to complain that Jameis Winston was stealing soda. According to the police report, he repeatedly filled a water cup with soda without paying.

November 14, 2013: Investigation Opens into Sexual Assault Allegation

On November 14, 2013, the State Attorney of the Second Judicial Circuit announced they were opening an investigation into a sexual assault allegation involving Jameis Winston that was originally filed with the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) on December 7, 2012.

November 2013: DNA sample taken from Winston

In November 2013, a DNA sample was taken from Jameis Winston by the prosecutor, months after the initial investigation; it was found to match DNA found in the complainant's underwear.

December 5, 2013: No charges filed in sexual assault case

On December 5, 2013, State Attorney Willie Meggs announced the completion of the investigation into the sexual assault allegation and stated that no charges would be filed against anyone in the case, citing "major issues" with the woman's testimony.

December 14, 2013: Heisman Trophy Winner

On December 14, 2013, Jameis Winston won the Heisman Trophy, becoming the youngest player to receive the award at 19 years and 342 days old.

2013: Played baseball for the Florida State Seminoles

In 2013, Jameis Winston played as an outfielder and pitcher for the Florida State Seminoles baseball team. He had a .235 batting average and a 3.00 earned run average.

2013: Mike Glennon Named to NFL All-Rookie Team

In 2013, Mike Glennon was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.

2013: Named Starting Quarterback

Prior to the 2013 season, Jameis Winston was named Florida State's starting quarterback. He debuted with a victory over the University of Pittsburgh.

January 6, 2014: BCS National Championship Victory and Offensive MVP

On January 6, 2014, Jameis Winston's 20th birthday, Florida State defeated Auburn in the 2014 BCS National Championship Game, and Winston was named the Offensive MVP.

April 2014: Accuser files civil suit

In April 2014, the accuser filed a civil suit against Jameis Winston.

April 16, 2014: New York Times reports irregularities in rape investigation

On April 16, 2014, The New York Times reported irregularities in the rape investigation involving Winston.

April 29, 2014: Shoplifting crab legs

On April 29, 2014, Jameis Winston was issued an adult civil citation for shoplifting crab legs from a Tallahassee Publix store. Winston was ordered to undergo 20 hours of community service and was suspended from any college baseball activity until he completed his community service.

May 2014: Winston countersues

In May 2014, Jameis Winston countersued the accuser for defamation and tortious interference.

September 17, 2014: Suspension for inappropriate comment

On September 17, 2014, Jameis Winston was suspended for the first half of Florida State's upcoming game against Clemson after he shouted an inappropriate internet meme while standing atop a table in Florida State University's Student Union.

December 21, 2014: FSU hearing clears Winston

On December 21, 2014, the official FSU hearing, presided over by retired Florida Supreme Court Justice Major B. Harding, cleared Winston of violating the student conduct code in the sexual assault allegation.

2014: BCS National Championship Victory

In 2014, Jameis Winston led the Florida State Seminoles to victory in the BCS National Championship Game during his freshman year.

2014: Rose Bowl Loss and Heisman Voting

In 2014, the Seminoles had a 13-0 regular season and played in the 2015 Rose Bowl where they lost against Oregon. Jameis Winston finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy voting.

2014: Preseason All-American Baseball Selection

Prior to the 2014 baseball season, Jameis Winston was named a preseason All-American by Baseball America as a 3rd-team utility player.

May 1, 2015: Signed with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On May 1, 2015, Jameis Winston signed a four-year, $23.35 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including a $16.7 million signing bonus.

September 2015: Tortious interference claim dismissed

In a September 2015 ruling, federal judge Anne C. Conway dismissed Winston's tortious interference claim, but declined a motion to dismiss his claim for defamation.

November 2015: Threat to sue CNN

In November 2015, Jameis Winston told CNN that he was prepared to file suit if the network aired "The Hunting Ground", a documentary about college campus rape which includes disputed allegations about Winston.

November 22, 2015: Tied NFL Rookie Record

On November 22, 2015, Jameis Winston tied an NFL rookie and Buccaneers franchise record with five touchdown passes against the Philadelphia Eagles.

2015: Entry into the NFL Draft

After the 2014 season, Jameis Winston decided to forgo his remaining two years of eligibility and enter the 2015 NFL draft.

2015: Rose Bowl loss

In 2015, Jameis Winston and the Seminoles lost the Rose Bowl against Oregon 59-20. It was Winston's only loss as a starter during college career.

2015: Rookie Season Achievements

In 2015, Jameis Winston set franchise rookie records in pass attempts, pass completions, passing yards, and passing touchdowns, also being named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.

2015: Selected first overall in NFL draft

In 2015, Jameis Winston was selected first overall by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL draft.

December 2016: Civil claims settled out of court

In December 2016, the civil claims were settled out of court, four months before the case was scheduled to go to trial.

2016: Alleged Uber groping incident

In 2016, Jameis Winston allegedly groped a female Uber driver, leading to an NFL investigation.

2016: Franchise record for passing touchdowns

In 2016, Jameis Winston broke the Buccaneers' franchise record for passing touchdowns in a single season, becoming the first quarterback in franchise history to throw 30 passing touchdowns in a single season.

2016: Passing yards record

In 2016, Jameis Winston broke the Buccaneers' single-season franchise record for passing yards that he set previously, becoming the first quarterback in franchise history to pass for over 4,100 yards in a season.

2016: Selected to Pro Bowl

In 2016, Jameis Winston was selected to his first Pro Bowl game after Tom Brady declined to participate, making him the first rookie quarterback in Buccaneers' history to be selected.

2016: University settles lawsuit

In 2016, the university paid $950,000 to settle a lawsuit brought by the same woman alleging a violation of Title IX by FSU in handling her complaint. The university also agreed to conduct five years of sexual awareness programs but did not admit liability.

November 17, 2017: NFL investigates Uber incident

On November 17, 2017, it was reported that the NFL was conducting an investigation into an incident where Jameis Winston allegedly groped a female Uber driver in 2016.

2017: Struggled to a 5-11 Record

In 2017, Winston and the Buccaneers struggled to a 5-11 record. Winston finished the season with 3,504 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.

2017: Ranked 57th on NFL Top 100 Players

Jameis Winston was ranked 57th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2017.

April 17, 2018: Fifth-Year Option Picked Up

On April 17, 2018, the Buccaneers picked up the fifth-year option on Jameis Winston's contract.

2018: 2018 Season Performance

During the 2018 season, Jameis Winston finished with 2,992 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions, and broke a franchise record.

2018: Suspension for Uber incident

In 2018, Jameis Winston was suspended for the first three games of the season due to violating the Personal Conduct Policy by touching an Uber driver in an inappropriate and sexual manner without her consent.

2019: Passing Yards Leader and Interception Leader

During the 2019 season, Jameis Winston led the league in passing yards. However, 2019 was also marked by him leading the league in interceptions, including setting the NFL season record for interceptions returned for touchdowns.

2019: NFC Offensive Player of the Week

Following his performance against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4, Jameis Winston was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week in 2019.

2019: Dealing with injuries

Throughout the 2019 season, Jameis Winston was dealing with a knee injury and a broken thumb.

February 28, 2020: Winston undergoes surgery

On February 28, 2020, it was revealed that Jameis Winston underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus and had LASIK surgery. It was also revealed that he had been dealing with the knee injury and a broken thumb for the entire 2019 season.

March 27, 2020: Marriage to Breion Allen

On March 27, 2020, Jameis Winston married his wife, Breion Allen, in a private ceremony held at their home.

April 28, 2020: Signs with the Saints

On April 28, 2020, Jameis Winston signed a one-year contract with the Saints, valued at $1.1 million, including a base salary of $952,000, a signing bonus of $148,000, and a possible $3.4 million in incentives.