Tim Tebow headed to TV, debuts on ESPN Jan. 6
The Tebow-to-TV rumors are true, the former Florida quarterback has been hired on by the SEC Network and ESPN.
Yes, we’ve hired @TimTebow for #SECNetwork and ESPN. Makes ESPN debut 1/6 on ESPN at BCS: http://t.co/xX43M8uCT2 ...*drops mic*
— Keri Potts (@MsPotts_ESPN) December 30, 2013
Tim Tebow will make his debut on Jan. 6, at the BCS Championships between Auburn and Florida State.
While many believed that this would end his playing career, Tebow reportedly has an out if an NFL team calls. Stand by that phone, Tim.
Tim Tebow has an out-clause in his deal with the SEC Network if an @NFL teams comes calling. Not over yet, folks #Tebow
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 30, 2013
And finally, Tebow wouldn't be much of an analyst if he didn't comment on his own move:
I am so excited that ESPN has given me this incredible opportunity. When I was six years old I fell in love with the game of football and...
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) December 30, 2013
…while I continue to pursue my dream of playing quarterback in the NFL, this is an amazing opportunity to be a part of…
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) December 30, 2013
…the unparalleled passion of college football and the SEC.
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow) December 30, 2013
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