Jameis Winston made headlines this week, claiming he hoped to avoid "Manziel disease," a reference to the off-field issues surrounding Heisman winner
Johnny Manziel, and in the process the
Florida State quarterback got a firsthand lesson on how tough media scrutiny can be.
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Winston was the star of Florida State's annual fall media day session Sunday, entertaining a throng of reporters with a few quick-witted barbs and witticisms. When the topic turned to Manziel, Winston said he hoped to avoid the same public scrutiny the Texas A&M quarterback.
"If I get Manziel disease, I want every one of you all to get your mikes and start slapping me on the head," Winston joked.
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