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Eagles release QB Tim Tebow
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Posted on 09/05/2015 10:09:57 AM PDT by navysealdad

The Eagles have released Tim Tebow, ending the former Heisman Trophy winner's bid to win the No. 3 quarterback job for Chip Kelly in Philadelphia, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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KEYWORDS: chipkelly; eagles; heismantrophy; nfl; pennsylvania; philadelphia; philadelphiaeagles; timtebow
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To: AEMILIUS PAULUS
There is an element of sadness in this latest release as he is obviously an exceptional person, is motivated to play, yet has been rejected by a number of presumably expert football judges of a man’s ability to play in the NFL.

Same could have been said for one of Tebow's predecessors at UF, Danny Wuerffel.

21 posted on 09/05/2015 11:03:55 AM PDT by dfwgator
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To: navysealdad
RG3 down. Maybe T2 would irritate the anti-Redskin mob?
22 posted on 09/05/2015 11:04:07 AM PDT by outofsalt ( If history teaches us anything it's that history rarely teaches us anything.)
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To: AEMILIUS PAULUS
Maybe he should be flexible and change. Maybe he isn't QB material, but if he really wants to play in the NFL he should consider another position. Then maybe he might be good enough to make a team.

Here is pearl-of-wisdom. Most of us have had to be flexible in our wants and desires in order to succeed in this world.

23 posted on 09/05/2015 11:10:47 AM PDT by Parmy
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To: dfwgator
Saw Tebow play in Denver against Detroit.
Then, I didn't think he belonged.

I keep rooting for him, but in all honesty, I can't see him making it. But I would love for him to prove me wrong.

24 posted on 09/05/2015 11:16:41 AM PDT by mountn man (The Pleasure You Get From Life, Is Equal To The Attitude You Put Into It)
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25 posted on 09/05/2015 11:20:40 AM PDT by musicman (Until I see the REAL Long Form Vault BC, he's just "PRES__ENT" Obama = Without "ID")
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To: navysealdad

I don’t follow ball like I used to

What happened?

He’s big enough and was good in college

Gino Toretta syndrome


26 posted on 09/05/2015 11:23:22 AM PDT by wardaddy (White boy wiggers in pickups Rebel Flags and cowboy rap....FMR meanwhile war on whites steams ahead)
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To: DoodleDawg

I didn’t realize that. thanks.


27 posted on 09/05/2015 11:34:22 AM PDT by Publius22
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To: Post5203

Stutter much?


30 posted on 09/05/2015 12:01:31 PM PDT by big'ol_freeper (Mi baol ach dom olcas mise)
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To: big'ol_freeper

He went 7-4 in the NFL...Same team had losing record before he took over. He three for 189 yards in 2 quarters with 2nd stringers to play with. Better stats them lets say Sanchez who truly sucks FYI


31 posted on 09/05/2015 12:03:12 PM PDT by bill12345
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To: Kenny

Agree! Im from Philly...Was so excited about team this year...However, now not watching...rooting against Kelly...Guarantee Bradford will be out by game 4 and Sanchez will suck just line last year...congrats 8-8 Eagles


32 posted on 09/05/2015 12:03:12 PM PDT by bill12345
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To: bill12345

That’s nothing


33 posted on 09/05/2015 12:31:06 PM PDT by big'ol_freeper (Mi baol ach dom olcas mise)
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To: navysealdad

He will be on the Eagles practice squad if no one else picks him up.


34 posted on 09/05/2015 12:32:25 PM PDT by SeaHawkFan
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To: dfwgator

It’s against nature for the Eagles to have anyone with class associated with them, players or fans.


35 posted on 09/05/2015 12:35:53 PM PDT by Tijeras_Slim
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To: SeaHawkFan
He will be on the Eagles practice squad if no one else picks him up.

Tebow has three full regular seasons on NFL rosters. He's ineligible for the practice squad.

36 posted on 09/05/2015 12:43:02 PM PDT by DoodleDawg
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To: Tijeras_Slim
From Tebow's Facebook page: Thanks Philadelphia Eagles and Coach Kelly for giving me the opportunity to play the game I love! "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 ‪#‎Blessed‬
37 posted on 09/05/2015 12:43:20 PM PDT by dfwgator
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To: wardaddy

Basically, he lacks the ability to read defenses and throw with anticipation. His athleticism and passion were enough to make him a GREAT college player. But, it takes more than that in the pros.

Still though, this move surprised me. Tim has played better in pre-season. When the Eagles traded away Barkely, I thought he’d made the team. I guess not. I suspect they’ll have him on speed dial....for when ( not if). Bradford gets hurt.


38 posted on 09/05/2015 12:49:02 PM PDT by SomeCallMeTim ( The best minds are not in government. If any were, business would hire them!)
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To: navysealdad

Passing Statistics
Player Att Comp Yds Comp % Yds/Att TD TD % INT INT % Long Sck Sack/Lost Rating
Matt Barkley 52 27 351 51.9 6.8 0 0.0 2 3.8 40 3 19 57.5
Mark Sanchez 46 29 320 63.0 7.0 3 6.5 0 0.0 50 1 2 105.3
Tim Tebow 36 21 286 58.3 7.9 2 5.6 1 2.8 45 5 35 90.7
Sam Bradford 15 13 156 86.7 10.4 3 20.0 0 0.0 33 0 0 149.6
 


Passing Statistics
Player Att Comp Yds Comp % Yds/Att TD TD % INT INT % Long Sck Sack/Lost Rating
Jimmy Garoppolo 80 61 554 76.3 6.9 2 2.5 2 2.5 40 7 52 92.4
Ryan Lindley 45 22 253 48.9 5.6 0 0.0 1 2.2 26 4 25 57.0
Tom Brady 22 10 107 45.5 4.9 1 4.5 2 9.1 25 1 8 37.5
 


Passing Statistics
Player Att Comp Yds Comp % Yds/Att TD TD % INT INT % Long Sck Sack/Lost Rating
Mike Glennon 66 37 432 56.1 6.5 2 3.0 2 3.0 31 5 37 73.5
Jameis Winston 47 23 311 48.9 6.6 0 0.0 2 4.3 40 7 61 52.7
Seth Lobato 11 6 71 54.5 6.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 26 2 13 74.4
 


Passing Statistics
Player Att Comp Yds Comp % Yds/Att TD TD % INT INT % Long Sck Sack/Lost Rating
Bryce Petty 45 27 260 60.0 5.8 1 2.2 0 0.0 46 4 26 83.6
Ryan Fitzpatrick 36 24 261 66.7 7.3 2 5.6 0 0.0 30 1 9 106.4
Matt Flynn 14 10 136 71.4 9.7 2 14.3 1 7.1 28 1 8 111.9
Josh Johnson 12 7 82 58.3 6.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 18 0 0 79.2
Jake Heaps 1 0 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 -- 0 0 39.6
 


Passing Statistics
Player Att Comp Yds Comp % Yds/Att TD TD % INT INT % Long Sck Sack/Lost Rating
Brock Osweiler 68 44 484 64.7 7.1 3 4.4 1 1.5 78 1 12 94.2
Trevor Siemian 40 23 283 57.5 7.1 2 5.0 1 2.5 41 4 34 85.7
Peyton Manning 35 22 176 62.9 5.0 0 0.0 1 2.9 18 3 21 63.5
 

Passing Statistics
Player Att Comp Yds Comp % Yds/Att TD TD % INT INT % Long Sck Sack/Lost Rating
Bryn Renner 65 43 409 66.2 6.3 4 6.2 2 3.1 28 3 18 91.1
Matt Schaub 50 32 354 64.0 7.1 1 2.0 2 4.0 45 5 25 74.9
Joe Flacco 26 16 193 61.5 7.4 1 3.8 2 7.7 63 0 0 65.1

compare the preseason stats from these quarterbacks and tell me why Tebow isn't on a team.
out of the 6 teams and 21 QBs listed here, only 7 QBs rated better.

hell, the Bucs should pick him up IMMEDIATELY! our QBs are horrible

39 posted on 09/05/2015 2:35:41 PM PDT by sten (fighting tyranny never goes out of style)
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To: big'ol_freeper
sorry. your statement has no factual basis.

just look at #39 to see the stats in black & white

40 posted on 09/05/2015 2:38:29 PM PDT by sten (fighting tyranny never goes out of style)
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