Posted on 01/10/2012 12:23:08 PM PST by Red Steel
Some of the Tebow-bashing is because he is a Christian, but certainly not all. I don’t know if you’re a football fan... but on occasions he can be horrifically bad. Almost painful to watch. That’s the genesis for the bulk of criticism from sportswriters IMHO. They expect every NFL quarterback to fall in a specific mold, and will tear down anyone who plays the game differently.
But.... sometimes... he’s fantastic. Especially in the clutch. If the Broncos somehow manage to upend the Patriots, prepare for heads exploding like you’ve never seen.
Yet there are a bunch of QB’s with NFL level skills who won’t be taking the field this weekend.
Never was much of a football fan. Guess I need to change and start supporting this guy.
People of faith need to stick together.
Some QBs come out of college and immediately master the pro game, like Dan Marino. Others, like John Elway, did not look that great in his early years.
Christ and His people vs everything and everyone else.
Those are the only two sides in the grand scheme of things.
Now, I do think the pro-life ad was what engendered the most hatred, because it reminds people of their murderous tendencies. Those that are “pro-choice” know, deep down inside, that it’s killing a baby human, and they know it’s wrong, and they HATE any reminders of that.
LOL. Tebow already plays better than Hoge ever did. Hey Merrill, in 8 years how many playoff games did you win as starting QB?
Like a guy that consistently hits the 1,000 yd bull, but just isn't a very good shot, right?
TT might keep up this lucky streak for 10 years or so, but eventually he's certain to show everyone that he just doesn't have what it takes. They really ought to cut him right now, before more wins just confuse the issue. Because once he wins a few Super Bowls its going to be really tough to make a new transition to a 'real' NFL QB.
Those pesky coincidences...
Plus he was 10 of 21 passing, so he had 31.6 yards per completion, and the TV rating was 31.6.
Leaving his religion aside, Tebow is clearly not a horrible QB. He is also not a pro-bowl caliber QB.
Yet.
This is what happens to reporters when they accept the conventional wisdom instead of thinking for themselves. Tebow doesn’t suck, he’s just different. Tebow might not be the prototypical QB, but neither was Kenny Stabler, Doug Flutie, or Michael Vick. They all won, though.
Thank your son for me for his service. May God keep him free from harm. I have a nephew serving in the Navy based in Afganistan with Navy Seal support.
Regarding pro athletes committing criminal acts: I remember Michael Irvin as a Dallas Cowboy being involved with cocaine and associated bad behavior. Some Cowboy fans cared not what he did off the field as long as he performed well on the field. There is a different standard for Tebow. Some people will not applaud his ability to help his team win because he is a Christian on and off the field.
What is the biblical signifcance of a ball landing on the 20?
Tebow, at this stage in his career, reminds me of Steve Young, who developed into a top-notch quarterback. Barring a serious injury, and finding the right system, Tebow has that potential.
But--sure gotta love Tebow "leading the offense" (and often NOT intentionally!) down here on this "playing field".
Interesting article by a sports writer who finally caves in and declares, “It’s Tebow Time”
I have not heard so much talk about a white Bronco since the OJ trial....
LOL. You’re right. I thought Joe spelled his last name Capp. Yeah, he may be better with a cane than he was with a football.
Very interesting observation.
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