Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center and now a “Monday Night Football” analyst, recently shared insights on the unique challenge Jameis Winston faces every week as the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback. While Winston’s leadership has helped the Browns stay competitive since stepping in for the injured Deshaun Watson, it’s his pregame speeches that have caught Kelce’s attention.

Kelce praised Winston’s ability to motivate his teammates with fresh, impactful messages before every game. Known for his energetic and often humorous personality, Winston’s pregame breakdowns have become an event for the Browns, keeping the team energized and focused despite the ups and downs of the season.

“That is an event for that team right there,” Kelce said during Monday night’s broadcast. “Everyone is like, ‘Who knows what this dude is about to say? It is gonna be highly entertaining, probably hilarious and also filled with some great wisdom and advice.'”

Jason Kelce on Jameis Winston's breakdown.

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Kelce’s remarks highlighted the effort it takes to consistently inspire a locker room, a point echoed by fellow analyst and former NFL player Ryan Clark. Clark agreed that delivering weekly motivational messages is no small feat, especially during the grind of an NFL season when enthusiasm can wane.

“The best part about this is, and Jason knows this, is that it’s actually hard when they call upon you to do it every week,” Clark said. “Because there are some weeks that you’re playing a team, and you’re not really fired up. Like you’re truly going about it like, ‘This is my job.'”

Winston’s knack for keeping things fresh and engaging has drawn admiration from both analysts. His ability to find new ways to motivate his teammates, regardless of the circumstances, reflects his creativity and unwavering leadership.

“It’s amazing the endless amount that Jameis has in there,” Kelce added, marveling at Winston’s consistent energy and originality.

For a team navigating challenges with a backup quarterback, Winston’s motivational flair has become an integral part of the Browns’ weekly preparation.