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Winston and Mariota win same day for first time in 7 years
Winston and Mariota both win as starting QBs for first time in 7 years.
In brief
Winston and Mariota both win as starting QBs for first time in 7 years. Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota each led their teams to victories on the same day for the first time since September 29, 2019. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Winston and Mariota both win same day
Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota both started and led their teams to victories today for the first time since September 29, 2019.
First time in 7 years
Winston and Mariota, the top two picks in the 2015 NFL draft, both won as starting quarterbacks today for the first time since September 29, 2019.
2019 stats
On September 29, 2019, Winston completed 28 of 41 passes for 385 yards with four touchdowns and one interception as the Buccaneers beat the Rams 55-40. Mariota completed 18 of 27 passes for 227 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions as the Titans beat the Falcons 24-10.
2026 stats
Today, Winston completed 14 of 22 passes for 118 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions as the Giants beat the Titans 12-7. Mariota completed 19 of 31 passes for 183 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions as the Commanders beat the Seahawks 33-31.
Still playing at 32
Neither Winston nor Mariota lived up to the expectations the Buccaneers and Titans had when they were drafted but they’re both still at it at age 32 showing they can play winning football.
What matters most
Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota each led their teams to victories on the same day for the first time since September 29, 2019.
