Jameis Winston Calls Out Florida State Football, Praises Women’s Soccer Dominance
A former star quarterback’s pointed social media critique highlights a stark contrast in success between the Florida State Seminoles football program and its highly decorated women’s soccer team. The exchange underscores a period of fluctuating fortunes for the football program since its last national championship victory.
The Seminoles football team has experienced a marked decline in performance since Jameis Winston, the 2013 Heisman Trophy winner, led them to a 34-31 victory over the Auburn Tigers for the BCS championship. Winston boasted a remarkable 27-1 record during his collegiate career, but the program has since compiled a 76-60 record, with more seasons ending in defeat than celebration.
This recent history seemingly prompted Winston to publicly acknowledge the consistent success of another team at his alma mater. On Monday night, December 9, 2025, Winston responded to a post from Florida State’s football team celebrating the women’s soccer team’s fifth NCAA title.
“Thank you @FSUSoccer for you consistently being our best football team over the years!” Winston posted on X/Twitter. https://t.co/T1QWd8nHV2
The sentiment, while pointed, is supported by the data. Since Winston’s graduation, the Florida State women’s soccer program has established itself as a national powerhouse, achieving a record of 187-32-30. They have secured championships in 2018, 2021, 2023, and 2025, solidifying their position as the most successful women’s soccer program in the nation during that timeframe.
Indeed, the women’s soccer team’s sustained excellence has led many to conclude that they represent the most consistently successful athletic program currently fielded by Florida State University. The contrast serves as a reminder of the cyclical nature of success in college athletics and the challenges of maintaining championship-level performance over extended periods.
