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Tim Tebow Highlights vs. Vikings

David — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:01:04 +0000

The Denver Broncos lost of the Minnesota Vikings last night in the final preseason game of the season by a score of 31-24 … but really, who cares about the score to a preseason game. Tim Tebow saw a lot of playing time last night. He came into the game in the first quarter around the 5:00 mark and left at the end of the 3rd. He was tested and made mistakes, but also overcame some of them and played a pretty good game. Tim ended completing 12 of 16 passes 167 yards with 1 touchdown, 1 interception and 1 fumble.

The fumble came on a missed snap on the very first play Tim was in the game. Tim was under center and just bobbled the snap — I couldn’t tell if the center snapped it bad or if Tim just didn’t handle it. The Vikings scooped the ball up and ran it back for a touchdown. At the end of the first quarter, Tebow threw his only interception of the game. He had a man deep up the center of the field about 30 yards away, Tim just under threw it. If Tim had put a little more umph on that ball it would have been a sure fire touchdown.

After that play Tim kind of settled down. He completed a nice 40 yard pass and a couple more 20 yard passes. Despite two more turnovers by Broncos RBs and WRs … Tim hung in there and completed a great 45 yard touchdown pass in the 3rd quarter to Matt Willis.

Overall it was a decent performance. You can definitely tell he still has more work to do … but there were certainly flashes of greatness. You can see why the Broncos selected him to be their quarterback of the future.

For those of you who missed the game — here are the highlights.

Tim Tebow vs. Minnesota Vikings – Preseason Game 4

David — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:55:38 +0000

Tonight at 8:00 the Denver Broncos will take the field in Minneapolis to face the Vikings in the final preseason game of 2010. You are going to see a lot of Tim Tebow tonight. The final preseason game is pretty much played for the guys at the bottom of the depth chart who are fighting for a spot. Now, Tim Tebow isn’t fighting for a spot on the Broncos … but the starters are typically only going to play 1-2 series in the game … leaving over 3 full quarters or work for the backups.

“You’re going to get a full dose of Tim Tebow,” Ryan Harris (Broncos’ offensive lineman) said of tonight’s Vikings-Denver Broncos exhibition game at the Metrodome. “He’ll be playing a lot.” I expect Brady Quinn (who is on the hot seat in Denver) to get a few series in the first quarter, then it will be all Tim the rest of the game. The Broncos will have special plays for him in the regular season and need to get him as much game work as possible.

“He’s a gamer, man,” Harris said of Tebow. “You can see why he was successful in college. And he’s a very good guy — what you see is what you get. He’s as true as you see on TV. That’s how he is every day. He’s got good leadership. But I think he’s learning that leadership is a little different in the NFL than in college. He’s doing a good job. He’ll help us win.”

The Vikings have one of the best defenses in the NFL, including a top pass rush from guys like Jared Allen. Thankfully, the Vikings defensive starters won’t be playing much (if at all) tonight either. Tim shouldn’t have a hard time lighting up the Vikings secondary. I expect Tim to take a lot of snaps from under the center and work on this short game passes – the ones in the 5-10 yard range. By the end of the game, I’m predicting Tim Tebow will have 250 yards, 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. The Broncos are going to throw the ball a lot tonight.

What do you predict for Tim Tebow’s performance tonight? Post a comment and let me know.

John Elway breaking down Tim Tebow

David — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:35:45 +0000

Tim Tebow has a game tomorrow night vs the Minnesota Vikings – we’ll bring you a game preview tomorrow morning. But for now, here is a video interview of John Elway breaking down Tim Tebow’s performance so far this preseason:

They talk about the electricity and excitement Tim Tebow brings back to Denver — something they haven’t had in years. Regarding Tim’s first touchdown of the preseason, the one where he got banged in the ribs, John said he thought it was great to see Tim go for the endzone and show his teammates the kind of player he’s going to be.

Tebow and McCoy Funny Video

David — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:27:28 +0000

I don’t think I ever posted this video of Tim Tebow and Colt McCoy at the College Football Awards. It’s definitely old, but still really funny. Tim has that quirky personality you see in all the Peyton Manning commercials. I wonder if Denver Bronco fans will start seeing Tim show up on local car commercials?

Tim Tebow Plays vs. The Steelers

David — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:40:03 +0000

After everyone was speculating all week that Tim Tebow would sit out week three of the preseason, he hit the practice field late in the week and was ready for game action last night vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers on national television. Tim entered the game in the middle of the third quarter and finished 5/10 for 72 yards with one touchdown and one interception.

In his first series, Tim made a nice 14 yard pass to Brandon Lloyd but followed it up with a bad pass to Eddie Royal – a completion here would have picked up the first down. During his second series on the field Tim completed passes of 12 yards and 19 yards … it still looks like his throwing motion is a little funky but there was definitely some zip on his passes.

Later in the game Tim threw an interception that was almost returned for a touchdown — it’s hard for us to tell if it was a bad throw or if the receiver curled the wrong way. A couple plays later in the next series Tim hooked up with Eric Decker for a touchdown.

Overall Tim Tebow looked pretty good for still being a little banged up and missing a bunch of practices. He took some snaps from under center and hit some receivers with good throws over the middle. I like what I saw and am still confident Tim will be your #2 QB on opening day.

If you missed the game, here are Tim’s highlights.

Tim Tebow Returns To Practice

David — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:50:44 +0000

Tim Tebow returned to Broncos practice yesterday — I guess I shouldn’t have timestamped my post yesterday for the late afternoon. Tim was suited up and on the field for yesterday’s practice – though still recovering from his bruised ribs. Tim went through warm ups and stretches, then made some easy throws. The coaches are easing him back into practice and didn’t allow him to participate in all the throwing drills.

it’s encouraging to see Tim back on the practice field … whether or not he plays this Sunday night is still unclear, though I wouldn’t count on it. if he plays it may just be one or two series at the end of the fourth quarter.

Tebow Still Not at Practice

David — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 23:30:04 +0000

Just wanted to update everyone – Tim Tebow is still not at practice due to his rib injury. This makes it highly unlikely that he’ll be ready to play vs. the Steelers this weekend. The Broncos vs. Steelers game is scheduled for Sunday night too – would have been a huge opportunity for the entire nation to watch Tim play.

There’s a chance Tim could play this weekend if he practices on Thursday and Friday – but I doubt he’ll be ready. The third preseason game is reserved for mostly the starters and the Broncos don’t want to rush him back.

My guess is he sits out this game, but is back at practice on Monday.

When Will Tim Tebow Be Listed No. 2 ?

David — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:13:13 +0000

Last week, I wrote that Tim Tebow may not start until 2012 – this in response to his current development and the recent contract extension Kyle Orton received. So if he’s not going to start until 2012, the Bronco will at least need to get him some game action so he’ll be ready when the time comes… and trust me, the time will come. No team drafts a quarterback in the first round unless they have plans for him to be a starter.

The following related question was asked in the Broncos Mailbag on the Denver Post:

How soon before Tim Tebow reaches No. 2 on the depth chart? Once he gets healthy?
—Adam, Lakewood

Mike Klis of the Denver Post wrote the following reply:

This is a bit of a trick question. Here’s the deal: On gameday, Tebow will most likely be the No. 2 quarterback because McDaniels will want to use him for a couple run-pass option plays a game. The NFL has been calling such plays the “Wildcat.” Unlike Miami’s Ronnie Brown, Tebow will give the Broncos more of a passing threat out of the “Wild Horse,” as they like to call it.

But say Orton twists an ankle and can’t play for a week or two. At that point, my guess would be that Brady Quinn jumps from No. 3 quarterback to starter. And Tebow remains the backup. In summary, Tebow is already, and will be, the No. 2. But Quinn is either the No. 3 emergency quarterback on game days, or No. 1.

I tend to agree with Klis at this point. Brady Quinn is a bum, but he has some NFL Gameday experience. Tebow has missed a week of practice and a crucial preseason game where he would have seen a lot of action. By mid to late season this all could change, but for now I definitely see the Broncos keeping Tim as the #2 on opening day so they can use him in special situations.

Tebow Out vs. Detroit

David — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:29:21 +0000

The Denver Broncos were without rookie quarterback Tim Tebow on Saturday night in their second preseason game vs. the Detroit Lions. Tim is still nursing some bruised ribs he received on a last minute touchdown run in the previous preseason game. Tebow missed a lot of practices last week, so it was pretty clear the coaches weren’t going to risk playing him. Had this of been a real game, Tim may have been out there.

Hopefully he continues to ice down the ribs and gets back onto the practice field this week. Tim likely wouldn’t play much in week 3 of the preseason anyway – this is the weekend the coaches let the starters go for 3 full quarters – but they would still probably run him out there for a few special plays. Plus, it’s great experience for Tim to be on the sideline in pads rather than street clothes.

We’ll keep you updated.

Tebow May Not Start Until 2012

David — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:03:43 +0000

Current Denver Broncos starting quarterback Kyle Orton received a one year extension this afternoon that will likely keep him the team’s starting quarterback through the 2011 season. I’m not sure if this is a sign that the Broncos don’t believe Tim Tebow will be ready to be a starting quarterback this year or next, but it does appear that way. On the bright side, this will give Tim a chance to learn from a veteran quarterback and really work on his mechanics, understanding of the game and reading defenses.

Of course if Orton gets hurt that’s a whole different story.

Still no official word yet on if Tim Tebow will be playing tomorrow night. Some info I’ve read said it’s not likely, but I also saw a press conference with Coach McDaniels that hinted Tim might play in the second half. If he plays I’m sure he will be limited some and told not to run. He’ll probably wear extra padding around his chest to protect his ribs from further injury.