Buccaneers' Jameis Winston: Downplays knee injury

Winston downplayed the knee injury he suffered during Thursday's game against the Falcons, saying afterward, "I feel great," ESPN's Jenna Laine reports.

Analysis:

Winston was forced out midway through the fourth quarter Thursday and did not return, but he didn't appear to be hindered by any ailment while walking off the field. Despite coach Dirk Koetter's decision to keep him sidelined following his exit, Winston reportedly told the coaching staff that he was fine, which echoes his postgame comments. While Tampa Bay's relatively extended layoff before its Week 10 contest should now afford Winston some extra rest and treatment, a more definitive update on his condition should surface before long.