So why then is a current member of the Jaguars talk crap about Tim Tebow on the team’s message board? Uche Nwaneri is an offensive guard for the Jags. He’s a big mauler and pretty good run blocker. He’s young and has a promising future with the Jags. I was a big fan of Uche… not now I’m not so sure. Here’s what he had to say:

1. He can’t throw, PERIOD.

2. He can’t read any coverage other than probably cover 2 or man.

3. The QB Wildcat WILL NOT WORK IN THIS LEAGUE. PERIOD.

4. He doesn’t know how to take a snap from center.

5. HE CAN’T THROW, and that’s really something you either have or not.

It’s very rare for NFL Players to write on message boards – they may read them from time to time, but this is only the second time I’ve seen a real Jag post on there. I respect Uche’s right to free speech and to criticize any one he wants. This is still America. I just would have thought Jack Del Rio might have a conversation with his players about publicly criticizing rookies that could potentially be their teammates in two months. Wouldn’t that be awkward if Uche was blocking for Tim Tebow in a season or two?

What’s your take on Uche’s comments about Tim? Let me know.