There are very few sports figures in the Sunshine State more well-respected than Tim Tebow.
A former Heisman Trophy winner and Florida Gators legend, Tebow has earned the reputation among Floridians as a role model to all. He’s a devout participant of society both on and off the field. He’s religious, a multi-sport athlete, and a champion at the highest level of college football.
To put it straightforward, there’s little negative to say about him.
Is Tim Tebow Here For Real?
Just kidding, of course there is.
While Florida will always hold Tebow dear to its heart, it’s not like the newly signed Jacksonville Jaguars TE is without his fair share of less than favorable qualities. His football capabilities still qualify as far below impressive in today’s day and age. He’s most likely here to earn a new chance attention with his former coach. Nothing more, nothing less. Thus, it wasn’t too surprising (to most) when he came up empty in receiving an invitation to the “Tight End University.”
Tebow Denied Entry to “Tight End University”
Perhaps one of the most unique events of this offseason is the player-run “Tight End University.” Founded by George Kittle and Greg Olsen, the goal of the program is to bring the most talented players of the tight end skill position together. The “retreat” as Kittle has referred to it, will feature big names such as Travis Kelce, Zach Ertz, and Mark Andrews.
However, one name that did not make the cut was Tim Tebow. The six-foot-three tight end missed the opportunity to join some of the sport’s greatest players at the position due to his inexperience.
George Kittle and Greg Olson Speak Out
Kittle and Olson had the opportunity to speak of the matter on the Barstool Sports podcast Pardon My Take. The two, while certainly expressing excitement for Tebow’s integration, made it clear that playing tight end is no easy task.
“I think it’s the fact that you have to be good at everything,” Olson stated. “You can be an elite route runner. You can catch the ball real well… But then if you can’t hold your own in the run game and you can’t take getting hit it the face by a 300 pound defensive end, then they (the team) have to call plays around you instead of you being able to be the focal point… You gotta do everything.”
Kittle also made sure to chime in, adding that the event was for only the most qualified at the position.
“I wish nothing but the best for Tim Tebow, and I hope he has a fantastic season playing tight end… but it’s hard for me not to invite a backup tight end on, let’s say the New York Giants, as opposed to inviting a guy who just started playing the tight end position because we do have limited spots,” Kittle stated. “I wish I could make it so every NFL tight end can come, (so) it’s accessible to everybody.”
What’s Next
“Tight End University” will make its debut this week in Nashville, Tennessee. The program should qualify as both a learning experience and a fun gathering for its players, as it is the first major event of its kind for the position group.
As for Tebow, it looks like he’ll have to earn his way back to the top this time around.