Giants quarterback Jameis Winston wasn’t dealing with the cold of Manhattan just a few days ago. From the roof of a red double-decker bus, he stretched his arms wide to show them all. The vibrant atmosphere of New York City seemed to resonate with him as he enthusiastically declared, “It’s the Greatest City in the World! It’s the Greatest City in the World!” His exuberance underscored his excitement about his new journey with the Giants, where he signed a two-year deal earlier this offseason.
Winston’s contract with the Giants runs through 2026. The team must be thrilled to have him serve as a high-level insurance policy at a manageable $4 million cap hit next year. His addition would immediately improve the team’s paltry bench, injecting depth and talent. While the Giants are rumored to be shopping him, there are increasing indications that he’s in fact likely to remain with the Giants.
As he explored the city’s famous landmarks, Winston reminisced about what it was like to visit New York just a few years ago. He especially recalled an unforgettable ride during his awesome Heisman weekend back in 2013. He visited Joe’s Pizza, one of the highlights from that initial trip, and reminisced on the thrills of that experience. Winston really appreciated the beauty of the city and said, “Whoa, this is Times Square!” He was enchanted by the colorful sights around him and happily discovered a production of “Aladdin” going on just across the street.
Winston joined Giants legends Eli Manning and Shaun O’Hara for a special behind the scenes tour of “The Eli Manning Show” taping. He plunged into deep conversations with Manning, diving into everything from film study to cooking lessons to ideal playing surfaces. Manning went on to describe Winston as “smart, informed and passionate,” qualities that will surely serve him well in his new role with the organization.
Winston’s aims go further than just following that path as a successful backup quarterback. He still dreams of one day winning a Super Bowl as the starting quarterback for the Giants. “I would love to be a Super Bowl winning quarterback for the New York Football Giants,” he stated, reflecting on the ambitious goals he has set for himself in this new chapter of his career.
Yet his enthusiasm certainly shined as bright as any of the panels in display during that tour. He immediately launched into favorite lines from the musical “Hamilton,” grinning ear-to-ear the entire time. His infectious smile and enthusiasm is a testament to his experience on the gridiron. It’s an expression of his profound love for the culture and energy of New York.
Winston takes full advantage of the part as he comes into his rookie season with the Giants. He is already looking forward to having a positive effect on achieving the team’s successes. His ties to Manhattan appear to have only stoked his desire to succeed in the NFL that much more.
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