NFL Quarterback Jameis Winston Has LASIK Ahead of His 2020 Free Agency

Winston Has LASIK To Correct His Nearsightedness After Throwing League High 30 Interceptions

Tampa Bay Bucccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston underwent LASIK ahead of his free agency in 2020. Winston had been struggling with his nearsightedness (myopia)  while playing as an elite quarterback since his college days. Last season, before having LASIK, Winston threw a league high 30 interceptions despite also throwing for a league-leading 5,109 yards. At the end of the season, Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Evens commented about Winston, “he can’t read the scoreboard but he can see the guys in front of him.” Obviously very talented, Winston decided to have LASIK to improve his eyesight to improve his game. Winston’s spokesperson said of his decision to have LASIK:  “Jameis did not want to count out any options that he had that could possibly help him with the game he loves so much. He doesn’t want to miss out on any opportunity that presents itself. This is the game he loves and he wants to be the best at it and if there are any options that can improve his game he is willing to do it.”  Before announcing his decision publically, Winston gave a big hint to his fans by posting a picture of himself on Instagram in post-operative dark glasses. At the bottome of the picture he wrote: “They Know!!!!”.

Many professional athletes from NFL to NBA to MLB players to race car drivers, including many I have performed laser eye surgery on, have chosen to have LASIK or PRK to be able to make their vision the very best possible and not have to rely on glasses or contact lenses during the demanding challenges of professional sports. I fully expect Winston to be an even more formidable and effective quarterback next season with his new and improved eyesight!