A new (hope?) thought: Tim Tebow

While Albert Haynesworth talked about switching to the 3-4 and Devin Thomas dismantled former coach Jim Zorn, a topic recently popped up on news sites, fan sites and message boards: Could the Redskins be thinking about drafting former Florida quarterback Tim Tebow?

Yeah, yeah. I know. Can't throw. Can't read defenses. Gator QB (EW!). But the guy is a college football living legend for a reason.

Let's say that offensive tackle Russell Okung falls to the Redskins in the first round. What's the Redskins' second biggest need? Another OL? Okay maybe. Also, the team might use another young running back. Maybe another linebacker or safety. But a young QB not named Colt Brennan (who, the way things are looking, won't survive training camp) would be a good idea, too.

Tebow has his problems, sure. But if there was one player in this draft I would want to take a gamble on, it's Tebow.

Here's a video, with some of his highlights.



One wild thought: If the Skins draft Tebow, get him used to the system slowly. Use him at fullback on some runs. Give him the ball on some running plays. Then have him throw from the FB position. He could have a dangerous weapon if used well. Just a thought.

Also, take a look at the stats of six college quarterbacks, and guess which is Tebow. You may be surprised.

Final note
If the Redskins draft Tebow, that will be the latest in a long line of GatorSkin QBs. Remember Danny Wuerffel? Shane Matthews? Rex Grossman was recently signed to be a system mentor/backup. All the Redskins are missing is Chris Leak, who is apparently playing in Canada for Montreal of the CFL. Go get em, Danny.