Tim Tebow is a polarizing player..you either love him or hate him. You either consider him a refreshing break from the often self-centered narcisstic players in the league or you consider him a waste of a pick for his lack of ability. Tebow is glorious in his humbleness and team first mentality, but his lack of mechanics at the quarterback position cannot be hidden by being a nice guy.
Despite his poor performance, the Jets handling of Tebow lacked tact. After a season sitting on the bench and making few contributions on the field, he was dismissed in an inglorious manner. Many predicted this was the end of Tebow's career in the NFL. Team after team expressed disinterest in the one time Heisman trophy winner. Fans and reporters alike suggested Tebow try the CFL or Arena league.
Now Tebow is back. He signed an undisclosed deal to play third string quarterback for the New England Patriots. Patriots have not disclosed whether they will bring Tebow in on wildcat plays but with two great tight ends in Hernandez and Gronkowski there is little chance Patriots are looking to move him to that position. Admittedly this may mean he won't see much playing time, but under Belichick Tebow may be given an opportunity to develop. An opportunity neither the Broncos nor the Jets gave him.
Belichick is known for bringing along players slowly and developing them into quality contributors on the field. Whether he will have the same success he had with Brady, Welker, Branch, Woodhead, etc remains to be seen but there is a potential for a much brighter future for the of the former national championship winner.
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