May 5, 2008
Tebow heals the sick, performs bris, ponders 09 NFL draft
A couple of interesting Superman stories floating around this morning.
During his spring break mission trip to the Philippines, Heisman trophy winner Tim Tebow scrubbed in during surgeries and even helped circumcise children.
During spring break, Tebow added a new facet to his fame. In an impoverished village outside General Santos City in the Philippines, Tebow helped circumcise impoverished children.On the Friday of a weeklong trip to the orphanage his father's ministry runs in Southeast Asia, Tebow assisted with the care of locals who had walked miles to the temporary clinic that the ministry helped organize. More than 250 people underwent medical and dental procedures, some of them from "Dr. Tebow," who has no formal surgical training.
"The first time, it was nerve-racking," he said. "Hands were shaking a little bit. I mean, I'm cutting somebody. You can't do those kinds of things in the United States. But those people really needed the surgeries. We needed to help them."
So does Tebow have medical school in his future? Probably not, but the QB is talking about the prospect of next year's NFL draft.
Tim Tebow gave an interview to First Coast News’ Dan Hicken over the weekend.Hicken: "We were talking earlier about those mock drafts that are coming out. Your name is at the top of a lot of them for next year, so people are going to start asking you about your future even though I know you’re just focused on this season."Tebow: "I am. I’m focused on this season. After the season, we’ll talk to Coach Meyer and everything, but I love being a Gator and I want to stay there as long as I can. I’m just blessed to be in that position."
As on of Fanblogs favorite bloggers notes, that's not exactly an 'iron-clad “will return” response'.
I think its way to early to try to analyze Tebow's motivation, other than to say he will have an awful lot to think about after this season. Coach Meyer is a great recruiter and motivator, so you almost have to throw your hat in the "back at UF" camp for now.
Comments:
Ramblin' Gator said:
posted on May 5, 2008 12:37 PM — 67.97.209.36 — link — abuse?
I think Tebow has nearly unlimited potential. His size, speed, strength, and accuracy are all world class, but it's his attitude that sets him apart from almost all of the rest (e.g. Ryan Perriloux: great talent, terrible attitude). It's impossible to predict how he will do at the next level, but I seem to recall a lot of doubters and haters claiming he could never live up to all the hype that followed him to Gainesville. Personally, I'd say he's proved them all wrong, so I'm not going to doubt him going into the NFL without consideration of whether it's in 2009 or 2010. Given how bad Cameron Newton looked in the Orange and Blue game, I'm hoping Tebow will stay in Gainesville for 2 more seasons.
AUtigerman said:
posted on May 5, 2008 12:39 PM — 129.61.46.16 — link — abuse?
This young man has the potential to earn a huge paycheck and really help some of the causes he is so close to.
I just cant see him coming back for a senior season but i didnt see Cadillac Williams or Ronnie Brown coming back either and they both did.
TampaGator said:
posted on May 5, 2008 1:29 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Kershadw/#1:
Tim Tebow's success in the NFL, like just about that of any other NFL player, will largely be a factor of the surrounding circumstances, and his "handlers" (for lack of a better term).
There is little doubt that he has the natural skills to play on Sundays, and lesser still, that he has the physical attributes (i.e.--height, weight, durability, etc.). However, the circumstances of the team that drafts him, his agent (in terms of arranging for good coaches/circumstance, etc.), and who his coaches are --i.e.--his handlers--and how they (coaches) develop him, will determine his success or failure, more than anything else--and you can't predict that based on CFB performance.
Tebow will stay for senior year if UF does not win NC this year. He may leave before, if we do...
...depending on his read on the potential circumstances going in to the draft--e.g. Emmitt Smith declared for the draft Jr. yr, because the Cowboys--his favorite team--led him to believe that there was a good chance they would draft him first round (which they obviously did), and which b/t/w, frustrated many Gators who were salivating over the prospect of a Spurrier coached team with Emmitt in the backfield.
My $.02.
GO GATORS!!kershawdw said:
posted on May 5, 2008 1:52 PM — 24.250.152.99 — link — abuse?
So you feel he will be able to effectively use his "power" option style in the NFL to the degree that he uses in college? I am not trying to be argumentative but I have a hard time believing he can run through a defensive line in the pros like he does in college. I just don't see it.
Tom Blogical
posted on May 5, 2008 1:53 PM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse?
said:
kershawdw (#1):
With Tebow's character and physical skills, I'd be surprised if he doesn't lead an NFL team to multiple Super Bowls. He's the real deal in my book.
Tampa Hurricane
posted on May 5, 2008 2:02 PM — 24.96.199.254 — link — abuse? said:
kershawdw,
His power option style will be terrible in the NFL. The majority of times he has been able to run over players has been against people that will never be playing on Sunday. After a couple of times trying his moves on NFL caliber players, he will be on the IR. When he does make it to the NFL, he will be lucky if he can't "run through a defensive line" because just on the other side of that line will be the linebackers and safeties waiting for him.
TampaGator said:
posted on May 5, 2008 2:32 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Kershawdw/#5:
Not exactly.
My point about brining up his "handlers," was directed at that point (running into the defensive backfield).
If a team takes him and basically just unleashes him without much development, his career may not amount to much. If his handlers work him into a system slowly, and design a system to fit his skills, and work with him patiently, he could and probably should, enjoy a fairly solid to spectacular career.
A couple of points here:
One, don't underestimate Tebow's intelligence. The kid ain't dumb. A bit reckless in the backfield, perhaps, but that's because he can, and many times, because the team basically needs it (my biggest critique of UF last year was our over reliance on him).
Two: he's tough enough to do it in the SEC--he tough enough to play in the NFL. That doesn't mean he can get away with some of the recklessness he gets away with now, but properly handled and developed--he should no doubt be able to play.
Consider a few examples:
Ben Rothlisberger. Tebow is at least as tough as big Ben, and a hell of a lot more mobile. Again, used properly, his potential is extraordinary.
Chris Sims. Frail and skinny. If Sims can play on Sundays, so can Tebow. IMO, Tebow is even a better passer than Sims, and more mobile, and obviously tougher.
Jeff Garcia. Garcia is 37 y/o. Plays with similar style to Tebow; Tebow is at least as mobile, and IMO, tougher--especially given their respective ages.
Steve Young. Again, similar mobility; Tebow is tougher than Young ever was (Young better passer though).
Dante Culpepper: Similar size; Tebow more mobile, tougher, and better passer.
Again, mananged properly, the Kid's got great potential. Managed poorly--well, the list of poorly handled talent in the NFL is infinite.
My $.02
GO GATORS!!
PS--T'cane: ....but sometimes he does run over people who will be playing on Sundays. It's beautiful thing!
posted on May 5, 2008 4:34 PM — link — abuse?Kevin Donahue
said:
I agree that it really depends on the system in order for Tebow to be successfully. I think there are better "true passers" out there, but Tebow can make plays at scrimmage or down the field. That being said, I'm not sure how willing some NFL teams will be to see their first round investment & cap space out there going three yards & a cloud.
1st_and_NOLE
posted on May 5, 2008 5:14 PM — 71.14.108.232 — link — abuse? said:
Tebow is an outstanding person, Christian, and he's the most ideal role model for young kids and even adults. That's Tebow as a person.
As a player? At the collegiate level, he's proven himself on the field. He's an amazing talent with limitless potential. He's a force to be reckoned with on a college football field.
At the next level? It's really impossible to say. I mean, we're talking about a kid going into his true Jr year. It's hard enough projecting the future of a kid in the actual draft let alone a kid a year or two out. Does he have the physical tools, work ethic, and desire to be successful? Absolutely. But, there's been several "all world" players in college at every position that didn't cut it in the NFL despite being a "sure thing."
As far as Tebow's NFL career is concerned, it's an over used saying but it couldn't be truer on this topic - only time will tell.
1st_and_NOLE
posted on May 5, 2008 5:15 PM — 71.14.108.232 — link — abuse? said:
Tebow is an outstanding person, Christian, and he's the most ideal role model for young kids and even adults. That's Tebow as a person.
As a player? At the collegiate level, he's proven himself on the field. He's an amazing talent with limitless potential. He's a force to be reckoned with on a college football field.
At the next level? It's really impossible to say. I mean, we're talking about a kid going into his true Jr year. It's hard enough projecting the future of a kid in the actual draft let alone a kid a year or two out. Does he have the physical tools, work ethic, and desire to be successful? Absolutely. But, there's been several "all world" players in college at every position that didn't cut it in the NFL despite being a "sure thing."
As far as Tebow's NFL career is concerned, it's an over used saying but it couldn't be truer on this topic - only time will tell.
Hotty Toddy said:
posted on May 6, 2008 1:47 AM — 75.105.128.57 — link — abuse?
Even if he doesn't make it in the NFL, I would agree that he's one of the best college QBs in the game.
I have so much respect for Tebow its not funny. Great man, great Christian, and all around person.
I remember watching him play at this past season's Ole Miss-Florida match up, good lord he is a beast.
TampaGator said:
posted on May 6, 2008 10:44 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?
Kershadw/et.al:
In re-reading the above posts, I feel compelled to post a clarifier: I was a bit reckless in my use of the word "reckless" above (pun intended).
The term was employed to concede the point that running in the backfield can be rather dangerous, in the SEC or in the NFL--a premise upon which the prinicple that Tebow's longevity would be well served if he were to do so with extreme caution, and only when necessary.
What was lost in that "consession" though (which was implied with the comment about Tebow's intelligence) is how he runs in the defensive backfield when he does--it is reminiscent of Emmitt Smith (I mentioned him in my first post, intending to expound, but wound up editing it out).
Both players have(had) an amazing penchant for calculating defender's angles--so that when they do (did) collide, the physics/momentum would favor them. Emmitt was known to bounce off would-be tacklers--he'd hit them such, that he wouldn't go down, but keep going forward. Tebow does something similar as well. Notice when you watch him run--he doen't take LB's head on--he takes 'em at a subtle angle. Gives them just enough to bring him down, but only after yielding a bunch of yards. Notice also that he approaches the line with caution--he doesn't just run blindly following an assignment; he studies the play as it develops, sees a gap, then hits it (with an eye towards later collision).
Again, the kid ain't stupid. He seems keenly aware of his limitations--and his strengths--and plays to them.
...and that's a hell of a foundation to build a football player on at any level.
My $.02.
GO GATORS!!gatorstud said:
posted on May 6, 2008 1:32 PM — 71.114.217.205 — link — abuse?
if you look at tebows history and compare it to spurriers and wuerfuls you will see very distinct similarities in who their parents were in their lives and how they were brought up....like him or not tebow is a class act in so many different ways....i am glad he is a gator, cause it would be tough to dislike him if he were on another team....
oh by the way...spurrier and wuerful stayed through their senior years.....i say he stays next year....
go gators.....
posted on May 6, 2008 4:43 PM — 68.211.176.49 — link — abuse? said:
If I had to venture a guess, I'd say that with his upbringing, Tebow will fullfil his obligation to Florida and stay through his senior year.
I'd also venture guesses that he walks on water and heals lepers in his spare time, too...
CaneNation said:
posted on May 7, 2008 12:51 PM — 69.74.53.196 — link — abuse?
@ TampaGateor #8
To try and compare Tebow with establish, Super Bowl winning QB's is a bit of a reach don't you think? And how can you question Chris Simms' toughness?? The guy played a game with a lacerated spleen...that's pretty tough in my book. What exactly has Tebow done to make him so tough anyway?? He has very little shot IMO to be a QB at the next level.
gatorhippy
posted on May 7, 2008 1:53 PM — 209.16.115.5 — link — abuse? said:
CN (#19):
"What exactly has Tebow done to make him so tough anyway??"
Oh...
I don't know...
He's only...
Played on a fractured leg for most of the game and scored a game winning touchdown on in high school...
Or when he lined up at noseguard during his senior HS season on the final drive of the state championship game and led Nease's goalline stand in the final seconds consecutivley stufing the RB...
Or when he played through a severe shoulder bruise last season and still came out of it leading UF to a 3-1 record during those games...
Or when he played the entire second half with a broken hand against FSU last year...
gatorhippy
posted on May 7, 2008 2:43 PM — 209.16.115.5 — link — abuse? said:
CN (#21):
Whatever...
Playing on a broken leg at any level defines "toughness" in my book; especially when it was described by teamates as "cracking and popping" the entire time...
As does a QB at any level that is willing to take a four point stance in the box to stop a 200 pound running back barrelling for the inches to the endzone...
Coupled with the two injuries he played through last year enroute to a Heisman; that you conveniently ignored ; it puts him in pretty good company as far as tough goes...
CaneNation said:
posted on May 7, 2008 2:58 PM — 69.74.53.196 — link — abuse?
My point was that you were saying that Tebow was tougher than ESTABLISHED NFL QBs which is simply riduculous. For you say that Simms "obviously" isn't tough when he played through an NFL game...NOT HIGH SCHOOL...with a lacerated spleen is also ridiculous. And his 2 injuries in college you pointed out were a bruise (waahhh)and a broken NON throwing hand...let's just say that he won't ever be mistaken for Brett Favre.
gatorhippy
posted on May 7, 2008 3:07 PM — 209.16.115.5 — link — abuse? said:
CN (#23):
First, I never stated anywhere that Tebow was "tougher" than anybody or that anybody wasn't tough for playing with other injuries...
You have me confused with Tampa Gator...
Second, you inquired what makes Tebow so tough and I responded still never comparing his injury to anyone else's...
Third, given that his "bruise" was severe enough to need several pain shots before, during and after each game in order for Tim to function and the fact that a broken bone hurts like hell regardless of where it is...
I'll stand by Tim being as tough as anybody you can roll out, CN...
TampaGator said:
posted on May 7, 2008 5:18 PM — 64.12.116.136 — link — abuse?
CaneNation/#19:
"...To try and compare Tebow with establish [sic], Super Bowl winning QB's is a bit of a reach don't you think?..."
Not at all. My point is that given the a similar or comparable PHYSICAL base to begin with, great things CAN be achieved--not that they necessarily will be.
I suppose I could have listed a bunch of also ran NFL qb's, but that would completely defeat the point. Let my try this one more time:
Joe Montana; Joe Namath; Dan Marino; Bob Greise; Joe Theisman...
...all superior, established NFL qb's--all inferior physical specimens to Tim Tebow.
If they can achieve superiority in NFL with inferior physical base, than Tebow CAN (not will, will, likely, probably will...no, just f$%&n CAN) do so as well.
__________________________________________________"...And how can you question Chris Simms' toughness??..."
The point there, is that Chris Simms hasn't the physical capacity to inflict (not endure) a hit at all. Fine--he can get thrown around like a rag doll, and then get thrown around some more (that impresses you?). If he hit a linebacker, he'd probably tickle the guy, and draw a chuckle. (Sorry, but I just wouldn't be putting my ability to get thrown around like a rag doll on my resume--don't think that would impress potential suitors).
Tebow CAN lay a hit; he CAN mix it up in the line; he CAN mix it up in the defensive backfield (though it may be ill advised); he CAN move another player backwards;
That's what I meant by tough (and yes, he can take some pain too).
Do I really need to explain how that's an asset?
Apparently, yes, so here it is: the NFL is a physical game; it's getting more and more physical and dangerous with time. It is therefore an asset to have a quarterback who is capable of playing physically--even if you don't intend to use him in such a capacity.
You say Simms/spleen? Great, he played ONE HALF OF A GAME with an injured spleen...and promply sat out the rest of the season.
Contrast: Brett Favre--played what was it, 15 years consecutively? Favre=tough.
Toughness in a QB is an ASSET.
Frankly I don't get your gripe. I'm talk'n about Tebow's propects in the NFL--of course I compare him to ESTABLISHED NFL talent. Note Tampa 'cane's reply to Gatorstud, when he compared him to "not-so well established" NFL talent.
Dang, you 'cane fans sure are a frustrated lot these days...and from "Mr. CFB"'s post in other thread, it's not difficult to understand why.
GO GATORS!!
PS--I have yet to hear the first hurricane fan register the slightest semblence of a complaint about losing the OB; Donna Shalala has gutted the U's fb tradition, and nary a peep...but give Tim Tebow--Heisman trophy winning QB--a little love, and watch the 'canes come out of the woodwork!...look'n forward to September 6!
gatorhippy
posted on May 7, 2008 8:48 PM — 70.121.155.98 — link — abuse? said:
BT (#26):
If he and Florida have a NC season what reason would he have to return?
To win another one; giving him three for four years...
Maybe add another Heisman...
Up his draft staus by further refining his skills...
An entire year of school work towards his graduate degree...
His parents expect him to...
That enough reason?
Zac said:
posted on May 8, 2008 1:16 AM — 209.36.193.14 — link — abuse?
Im not a Gator fan, but as Gatorstud said in Post 16, I am glad he is a gator, cause it would be tough to dislike him if he were on another team. The more I read about Tim Tebow, the more I have to ask, Whats not to like?
I doubt he walks on water, or ever will for that matter, but I think he has it within himself to be what ever he chooses. Whether it be breaking records in the NFL, or providing medical assistance in 3rd world countries, he has certainly gained a great deal of respect from his coaches and peers, not to mention the media, and the fans of quite a few other teams, given the comments on this thread.
Without question, hes approachable, personable, and friendly. He has apparently had a good up-bringing given his work ethic both on and off the field, not to mention his off-season Christian/Medical endeavors.
As to whether or not hell do well in the NFL, I think well have to wait for a couple of years; hes likely staying in school (JMO). Ive come to that conclusion based upon the type of man he appears to be, not based upon our hopes of him.
Consider the following quote: "I am. Im focused on this season. After the season, well talk to Coach Meyer and everything, but I love being a Gator and I want to stay there as long as I can. Im just blessed to be in that position."
Now, its easy to look at that and think that he may consider entering next years NFL draft. Its also just as easy to look at that and conclude that he may never enter the NFL draft; that perhaps he will utilize his scholarship to develop himself; that he has what he considers to be a greater calling, and that calling doesnt include scoring TDs.
Which ever works out to be true, this is as much a guess as anyones. So, as long as he remains healthy, we know at least well have him around to watch throughout this coming season. I say, lets all enjoy the show while it lasts, because eventually you just may see him on one of those TV commercials introducing himself as one of the thousands of student athletes who went professionalin something other than sports. Just a thought.
Big Tide said:
posted on May 8, 2008 12:28 PM — 69.34.227.69 — link — abuse?
G Hippy #27; It wouldn't be for me, but I'm not Tebow. I guess Tiger Woods should have stayed at Stanford and tried for another US Am title instead of signing with Nike for the 40 million...Really, why risk injury just to prove you can do something AGAIN?
gatorhippy
posted on May 8, 2008 12:41 PM — 209.16.115.5 — link — abuse? said:
BT (#29):
And there in is the difference between yourself, myself, etc. and Tim Tebow...
Football isn't even his pentultimate prioroty in life nor , I'll loosely assume, will it ever be...
He isn't playing CFB as a means to a payday at the soonest possible juncture as most are...
His family doesn't need the money nor do they desire it as their prioroties lie elsewhere...
And with his goals of ministry, youth and community development, and missionary work being the primary focus of his life...
It wouldn't surprise me at all if TIM snubbed the NFL after he's done in college...
Tampa Hurricane
posted on May 8, 2008 1:04 PM — 24.96.199.254 — link — abuse? said:
TampaGator,
I know I am going to take some heat on this but....why should you hear UM fans complaining about losing the OB? The OB was a shit hole in one of the worst parts of Miami. Excluding the people going to the game, if you didn't speak Mexican, then you couldn't talk to anyone within a mile of the OB. Besides being able to order some dog meat on a stick or have your windows cleaned by some bum with a newspaper, what positive is there around the past site of the OB?!? The only people that really cared that Miami would be moving to _______ Stadium (fill in the blank as to what it will be called each year) were the illegals that are losing out on their only source of income (renting out their yards for parking).I for one got the hell out of the Miami area after graduating from that great University and I am glad that since UCG can't get a stadium on campus (between the lack of land and the people of CG fighting any of their expansion plans) at least they got to move to a stadium that wasn't located in the terrible city of Miami.
TampaGator said:
posted on May 8, 2008 1:56 PM — 71.100.203.247 — link — abuse?
Tampa Hurricane/#31:
No "heat"--just expressing my objections to it--as a quasi-fan.
"...The OB was a shit hole in one of the worst parts of Miami..."
Perhaps, but it was the U's shit hole (dafacto). The OB had character, style, tradition, and history...and it was located in the U's namesake city. Appripo.
Dolphins stadium is neither a football stadium, nor a baseball park; it is neither in Miami, nor in Ft. Lauderdale (let alone Coral Gables); it isn't even shaped properly to fit a FB field (notice the sidelines are like 30 yards from the stands). It doesn't even have the Dolphin colors (teal, instead of aqua). It's a bad joke, in the middle of nowhere.
_________________________________________________
"...Excluding the people going to the game, if you didn't speak Mexican [sic], then you couldn't talk to anyone within a mile of the OB..."Excluding the people going to the game at DS--there's no one left, except for frustrated scalpers--because the stadium was erected in the middle of nowhere.
Mex b/t/w is a nationality, not a language; and most of those latinos near and around the OB, are Cuban or other Carribbean, or South American--and gave it (both the OB and the city of Miami) its flavor, its character, and its uniqueness. Their food? Fantastic, and inexpensive--you can't find that stuff near or around any other sports venue in the country.
Now you will be able to catch your beloved 'canes in the middle of someone else's nowhere, with typically generic stadium faire, that has virtually nothing to do with Miami, or its U.
Apparently Gatorhippy had it right all along; the U should be renamed UCG.
_________________________________________________IMO, UM traded in its SH, and 70+ years of history and tradition, for someone else's shoebox.
...how very Minnesota Golden Gophers...
...how very Pittsburgh Pathers...
...how very Tulane Green Wave......how very unoriginal, and tragic.
My $02.
GO GATORS!!Big Tide said:
posted on May 8, 2008 6:43 PM — 12.208.88.211 — link — abuse?
gatorhippy #30 - Tebow seems to have tremendous physical gifts, let's just hope his family isn't stupid. The reason I used Tiger as a comparison is that his father, Earl Woods, while no Saint, certainly understood the power and potential of his young son and also understood the power of money and the media. Tiger Woods has his own foundation and his impact goes way beyond the sport of golf. Tim Tebow has this kind of potential and could do wonderful things as a professional athletes - I'm sure he knows that. He doesn't need to hang around Gainseville to satisfy college football junkies like you and I. I agree with your thoughts and the benefits of staying in college, but a select few are chosen to better than all the rest by a wide margin and Tebow seems to fit that mold. He's already projected as the number 1 draft pick for 2009 so how can he improve his draft position? He's a special football player and by all reports seems to be an even more outstanding person. I can't think of any reason why he should spend another year playing college football if he has a stellar 2008 season. The National Championship team from 2006 wasn't his team. He wasn't the starting QB, that's what is missing from his resume. If he get's that this year there is absolutely nothing left to prove or achieve. He knows that. His family knows it and every NFL agent worth his salt knows it too.
gatorhippy
posted on May 8, 2008 7:20 PM — 70.121.155.98 — link — abuse? said:
BT (#33):
Don't get me wrong now...
I don't particularly feel that Tim would snub the NFL given all kids dream and it undoubtedly is a dream of his...
I simply wouldn't be knock me over with a feather, jaw dropping to the floor surprised if he did...
He undoubtedly knows already what kind of position he's in to further raise the profile of Bob Tebow's missionary organization...
As he stated the best thing about winning the Heisman was the ability to do that very thing...
Would/will I be surprised if Tim left after this season regardless of the outcome?
Absolutely...
Simply given the Tebow family's UF ties and the close relationship with Tim's boyhood idol Danny Wuerffel (which has evolved to the Weurffels and Tebows vactioning and working together) and the very marketing capabilities you mentioned earlier...
Promoting Tim as a positive role model and maintaining a near perfect emulation of the wholesome All-American kid is vital to the marketing promotion of him to all outlets...
It actually increases his marketing capabilities and value by finishing his post-secondary education and fully completing his 4 year commitment to UF and, perhaps more importantly, his teamates...
You have to remember Tim is one to lead by example and it's a big part of what EVERYONE around him says is a big part of makes him what he is...
He isn't a selfish or self centered and the cockiness that many point toward is simply a comfortableness with himself and where he is in his relationship with God...
He's not worried about getting paid or acheivements...
He's not worried about proving anything to anybody other than God...
I sense, however, that you aren't getting that apparently...
It's okay, BT...
Alot of other people don't get it either...
Big Tide said:
posted on May 9, 2008 8:00 AM — 12.208.88.211 — link — abuse?
Gatorhippy, I get what you are saying and at the end of the day he'll go to the NFL whether in 2009 or 2010. I've acknowledged your points about his deep personal values, but remember this, he isn't a figure skater. He lines up on Saturdays against some big, mean guys and a lot of them would love to break his right arm. I live in the heart of Danny Wuerffel country and was at the banquet back in March in Ft. Walton Beach where the Emerald Coast Sports Foundation presented the Danny Wuerffel trophy. But Danny's impact is primarily local in nature and Tim Tebow has the ability to be an impact player in the NFL and as a result of that fame could bring TREMEMDOUS attention to any cause or causes he decides to support. Now if he wants to live in a trailer park and do community service work that's fine too. Whatever makes him happy.
kershawdw said:
posted on May 5, 2008 12:24 PM — 24.250.152.99 — link — abuse?Alot of NFL experts I have seen talk think Tebow will go down as one of the best college QB's in history but will not be succesful in the NFL. What do you guys think?