Derrick Brooks is one of the greatest players to ever don a Tampa Bay Buccaneers uniform. In 14 seasons with the team, Brooks earned 11 Pro Bowl appearances and led Tampa Bay to a Super Bowl title.
More than this, Brooks is seen as a pillar within the Tampa Bay community. Known for his community work and outrageously generous personality, the Hall of Fame linebacker is a prime representation of what it means to be more than a former football player.
So the idea of Brooks mentoring rookie quarterback Jameis Winston has to be seen as a good thing for both the young player and the fledgling franchise.