At just 31 years old, NFL quarterback Jameis Winston is likely far from retirement, even if his days as a starting quarterback may be numbered.
However, Winston has already begun making his foray into sports media ahead of Super Bowl LIX, preparing for life after football.
Jameis Winston’s Future in Sports Media Starting to Take Shape
Since winning the Heisman Trophy at Florida State, Winston has been known for his charismatic personality and sense of humor.
Throughout his NFL career, he’s delivered countless viral moments — from his infamous “eating a W” speech to quirky workout videos and hilarious post-game interviews.
"The horse is preparing for battle, but victory comes from the Lord."
A vintage Jameis Winston pregame interview with @KayleeHartung.#TNFonPrime pic.twitter.com/JXSktnrQ6F
— NFL on Prime Video (@NFLonPrime) November 22, 2024
Dating back to his time in Tampa Bay, fans have considered Winston one of the funniest players in the league.
Now, as he approaches the latter stages of his playing career, the soon-to-be free agent is laying the groundwork for his next chapter: sports media.
Given his ability to entertain and engage audiences, a transition into broadcasting seems like a natural fit. To get a head start, Winston recently appeared as a guest analyst on Inside the NFL.
On the show, Winston blended in seamlessly alongside the cast of Bill Belichick, Ryan Clark, Chris Long, and Chad Ochocinco. More than just humor, he showcased a thoughtful approach to analysis, particularly in his praise of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.
A winner is someone constantly challenging themselves.
Jameis Winston giving flowers to Jalen Hurts for constantly proving people wrong his entire career 👏 @Jaboowins pic.twitter.com/t2ZYeOZsFi
— Inside the NFL (@insidetheNFL) January 30, 2025
Winston’s media journey won’t stop there. According to Front Office Sports, he will also be working as a digital correspondent for Fox during Super Bowl week. Considering his familiarity with the city after playing in New Orleans for four seasons, along with his outgoing personality, Winston is a natural fit for this sort of gig.
For Winston, this isn’t the return to New Orleans he envisioned before the season — he’d much rather be playing in the big game. However, this opportunity allows him to further demonstrate his potential as a media personality, setting the stage for a promising career when he eventually steps away from the field.
