New Buccaneers HC Bruce Arians is often referred to as a “Quarterback Whisperer,” and not without reason. He played a massive role in the development of greats like Peyton Manning, Ben Roethlisberger, Andrew Luck, and also resurrected Carson Palmer’s career. The next benefactor in line? Jameis Winston.
Despite a volatile early career, Winston should thrive in a contract year. He has always possessed the raw arm talent and has a stacked weapons cabinet in Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and DeSean Jackson. Now, and most importantly, Winston will also have the perfect coach and scheme to unlock his true ceiling.
First and foremost, Arians will instill confidence and proper fundamentals into an admittedly shaky Winston. The 66-year old coach immediately (and purposely) declared the team’s offense “is going to be built around Winston,” while reminding reporters that he wouldn’t have left retirement without “the perfect fit” at QB. Moreover, Arians and his staff have already studied “every career Winston throw,” and believe his mistakes are nearly all mechanics related. Winston has already said Arians’ firm faith “means a lot,” and this budding rapport, plus Arians’ early list of coaching points, is a perfect start to a potentially magical pairing.
Beyond establishing the crucial QB-HC bond, Arians has consistently crafted explosive and unpredictable attacks. He loves attacking teams deep when they least expect it, and will be equipped with the perfect arm and speedy cast to unleash hellfire on the league. Arians coined his playcalling as “no risk it, no biscuit,” and the Bucs are set up to bake plenty of fantasy bread in 2019.
When describing Winston, Arians gushed: “He’s smart. He loves ball. He’s here. He’s got all the talent in the world, so why can’t he be successful?” We fully agree. Winston’s currently 9th on The Wolf’s 2019 Big Board. Though quite a leap, QB9 could be an undersell if Arians again waves his magic wand.
