Jameis Winston to replace Ryan Fitzpatrick as Buccaneers’ starter Week 12 versus 49ers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston will start Week 12 versus the San Francisco 49ers.
What It Means:
This comes a day after Winston replaced Ryan Fitzpatrick in the second half of Sunday's 38-35 loss to the New York Giants. Winston led the offense to four consecutive touchdown drives, finishing 12-of-16 for 199 yards with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception on the game's final drive. Fitzpatrick completed 12-of-16 passes for 167 yards and 3 interceptions before being benched. The 49ers present a prime Week 12 matchup for Winston and the Buccaneers' offense.
Jameis is averaging 18.6 FanDuel points over five appearances this season, with 276.0 passing yards on a 65.9 completion percentage, 8 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. He's also rushed 24 times for 125 yards and 1 touchdown.
Source:
Rick Stroud
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