Antoine Winfield Jr. of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is poised for a breakout as he nears his peak performance level at 26. After a challenging season plagued by injuries, Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles expressed a desire for more opportunities to see Winfield in action. Bowles acknowledged that Winfield's injury struggles limited his playing time, noting that he participated in only nine regular-season games but made a return during the playoffs against the Washington Commanders.

Despite being named a First Team All-Pro the previous year, Winfield's statistics dipped significantly this season, with only 34 solo tackles and no interceptions or forced fumbles. However, with the conclusion of the season, Winfield is now focused on recovery and aiming for a strong comeback in 2025. His health and full participation in the offseason are crucial for his performance going into the next season.