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Hirsh: FSU's Winston grows up before mentor's eyes

Heisman Trophy winner and Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston led the Seminoles to the BCS National Championship with a dramatic 34-31 victory over Auburn on Monday. - photo by MCT

FCN BCS3 010813 web — Heisman Trophy winner and Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston led the Seminoles to the BCS National Championship with a dramatic 34-31 victory over Auburn on Monday. - photo by MCT

After Jameis Winston learned the matchup of this year’s BCS title game, there was one man he couldn’t get off his mind. This particular man has not only served as a father figure to Winston, but is also responsible for turning him into the star quarterback he is today.

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