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Tim Tebow talks community mentorship, learning from Danny Wuerffel

Florida Gators legend Tim Tebow discusses community mentorship, learning from Danny Wuerffel w/ @EdEastonJr

This week, Touchdown Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Heisman Trophy winner and former Florida Gators quarterback Tim Tebow.

In his interview with Easton Jr., Tebow, on behalf of the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, discussed his decision to join forces with the New Orleans nonprofit Son of a Saint for a day of mentorship and learning from mentor and friend Danny Wuerffel.

“It’s so important because, even though we love sports and games so much, there are more important things. What we’re doing here today is more important,” said Tebow of the New Orleans nonprofit Son of a Saint. “What these young men are doing so much of their life is more important; the impact, change, hope, faith, and love demonstrated and shown are more important than the game. I’ve just given a lot to the game and hope to give even more to things that matter.”

Tebow grew up a Florida Gators fan and followed the play of their star quarterback, Danny Wuerffel.

“Danny was a huge role model for me and, honestly, a hero,” Tebow explained. “He was someone my parents pointed to all the time as a young Gator fan and said, Look, if Danny could do that one day, if you ever got the chance, you know, would you do those things? And I remember when Danny came to my church when I was probably around eight years old, and I was perhaps the 120th kid in line, and he waited and signed all the autographs. I still have that autograph on the church bulletin hung up in my parents’ house to this day.”

Along with the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, Tebow and Wuerffel shared inspiring remarks during interactive sessions on nutrition, martial arts, and a roundtable discussion on life beyond sports, creating an unforgettable experience of learning, growth, and camaraderie.

“You realize the impact of what a role model can do for young boys and girls,” said Tebow. “He was a massive role model for me, and then when I got the chance to go to Florida and get to know him better, and then, when I was so fortunate to win the Heisman, I’m walking on stage, I’m getting a hug, Steve Spurrier and Danny Wuerffel, and you just realized what a responsibility it is to have a platform. Danny made a big impact on my life, and I will be forever grateful.”

The following links provide more information on this year’s Allstate AFCA Good Works Team & New Orleans’ Son of a Saint organization.

Two-Time National Champion Tim Tebow comments on expanded College Football Playoff

Two-Time National Champion Tim Tebow comments on the expanded College Football Playoff w/ @EdEastonJr

Recently, Touchdown Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Heisman Trophy winner and College Football Hall of Famer Tim Tebow.

In his interview with Easton Jr., Tebow, on behalf of the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, discussed joining forces with New Orleans nonprofit Son of a Saint for a day of mentorship and gave his take on the newly expanded college football playoffs system.

“Well, it’s just that it matters so much more, and I gave so much to just trying to be the best I could on a field, diamond, or court for so much of my life,” Tebow explained. “If I was willing to give so much to play a game with a broken leg or arm or give up vacations, why wouldn’t I do it for something that matters so much more than a game? If you say all of those things, and many times in my life, I could have probably given you the right answer of the thing priorities, but it didn’t mean they were necessary; if you cut my heart open, they would have been the priorities of my heart.”

Tebow, a two-time BCS National Champion with the Florida Gators, shared his thoughts on the recently expanded playoff system and its efficiency in crowning a champion.

“I personally love the idea and the premise of an expanded playoff. I think some things need to be adjusted and fixed, but I love it,” said Tebow. “I think it’s made that so much of the season even more competitive. I love the drama at the end of October, November, and early December; I don’t think it’s a perfect system yet. I know some people are upset, but I think we made progress. Let’s continue to adapt and make it even better in the future.”

The following links provide more information on this year’s Allstate AFCA Good Works Team & New Orleans’ Son of a Saint organization.

Tim Tebow reveals a conversation he had with 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter

Tim Tebow reveals his conversation with 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter w/ @EdEastonJr

This week, Touchdown Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Heisman Trophy winner and former Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow.

In his interview with Easton Jr., Tebow, on behalf of the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, discussed joining forces with New Orleans nonprofit Son of a Saint for a day of mentorship and reflected on his conversation with 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter.

“Many people have come together to make an impact. You to hear so many of the stories of these young men. It’s not just in their communities but around the world,” said Tebow, describing his experience at the ‘Son of a Saint’ event. “Whether that’s like Gavin Sawchuk in South Africa teaching kids how to play soccer, or it’s J.J. Weaver starting his foundation, or so many of these amazing young men that truly have ripple effects that will last for generations.”

Tebow was among the many former Heisman Trophy winners who welcomed Travis Hunter, the legendary group’s latest member.

“I got to see him, welcome and congratulate him. I got to see him the night before, the night of, and the next day before everybody went their separate ways,” Tebow explained. “(He is) a really amazing young man. He’s when people write about him or talk about him on SportsCenter. It’s always the, you know, the exciting plays in the flash. But when you really get to know him, he’s kind, he’s humble, he, you know, you get to meet his family and friends and loved ones that were with him.”

Hunter played both sides of the ball while at Colorado to earn accolades as one of the best players in college football. He projects to be one of the top picks in the 2025 NFL Draft.

“It’s fun to see behind the scenes, and he’s a really amazing young man, hard worker, dedicated, and just there’s it. It just oozes out of him, and he’s extremely sincere,” Tebow said. “(I am) really just proud of him the way he’s represented the Heisman and then, and also love the way he finished the year. I know they didn’t win, but you just look at the effort, how he represented Colorado and Deion (Sanders), and everything. And it’s just he’s done it with such energy, passion, and joy, and I believe it’s contagious. Like, I want to be around it.”

The following links provide more information on this year’s Allstate AFCA Good Works Team & New Orleans’ Son of a Saint organization.

Penn State’s Beaver Stadium press box demolished as part of renovation

The Beaver Stadium press box was demolished as part of a renovation

There is a massive renovation planned for Beaver Stadium, to the tune of $700 million. On Saturday, it started with the demolition of the iconic press box at Penn State’s home.

Check it out as the implosing takes place and the home of millions and millions of written words capsizes.

The Nittany Lions hope to demolish Notre Dame next week in a CFP semifinal to advance to College Football Playoff Championship Game.

ESPN’s Matt Barrie spits out ice cream bar dipped in Duke’s Mayo

ESPN’s Matt Barrie didn’t handle an ice cream bar dipped in Duke’s Mayo well

This won’t make the sponsors of the game happy.

ESPN’s Matt Barrie took a bite out of a chocolate ice cream bar dipped in Duke’s Mayo and had a revolting reaction.

Minnesota and Virginia Tech played in the game on Friday. Barrie continued with his pbp duties.

Lane Kiffin chides Jaxson Dart, takes shot at Diego Pavia after Gator Bowl romp

Classic Lane Kiffin comments after Ole Miss won the Gator Bowl

Ole Miss won the Gator Bowl in a romp over Duke on Thursday.

Rebels coach Lane Kiffin wasn’t totally thrilled with his quarterback, Jaxson Dart, after the 52-20 romp.

Dart checked to a pass play with the game out of hand and his last pass as a Rebel turned into an unnneeded 69-yard touchdown.

After the game, Kiffin was asked about his quarterback.

“I love him except on that last play when he checks to a pass. something he’s not supposed to,” Kiffin said, “He’s got to learn a little bit of class there. But ofher than that, I love this guy and he’s awesome and you never know, nowadays people file waivers maybe he will be back next year.”

The waiver comment was a clear shot at Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia, who went to court and was granted another year of eligibility despite having played in junior college before stepping into the big time.

Duke pulls off trick play on kickoff late in Gator Bowl loss to Ole Miss

Duke pulled off a spectacular trick play against Ole Miss late in the Gator Bowl

Lane Kiffin wasn’t happy with his quarterback Jaxson Dart for calling a pass play late in Thursday’s 52-20 Gator Bowl win over Duke.

The Blue Devils returned the favor to the Rebels with a dazzling trick play for a touchdown on the kickoff.

The ball was kicked deep and a Rebel returner caught it then fired a long backward pass.

Sahmir Hagans caught it and ran scross the field before turning down the sideline 99 yds for a TD

After the game, Kiffin spoke to Duke Coach Manny Diaz and exlained the quarterback and wide receiver had gone into business for themselves on the final TD pass and he wasn’t happy.

Notre Dame surge proves too much for Georgia in Sugar Bowl

Notre Dams bounces Georgia to gain Orange Bowl date with Penn State

Notre Dame scored 17 points in 54 seconds bridging the halves in Thursday’s Sugar Bowl and that propelled the Fighting Irish to a 23-10 victory over Georgia.

The win sends Notre Dame into a CFP semifinal in the Orange Bowl against Penn State, which beat Boise State in the first CFP semifinal.

With the game tied at 3 and time running down in the second quarter, Notre Dame kicked a field goal.

Seconds later the Irish recovered a fumble and on their first offensive play got a TD pass from Riley Leonard to Beaux Collins.

After the PAT, it was 13-3 at the half.

Notre Dame received the second half kickoff and it took Jayden  Harrison 15 seconds to return it 98 yards for a score.

That basically settled the game as Notre Dame’s physical defense was too much for Georgia’s offensive line and quarterback Gunner Stockton, who started in place of the injured Carson Beck.

The Irish head to Florida with a 13-1 record and Georgia ends its season 11-3.

It is hard to pick on one play that cost the Dawgs as Notre Dame was too much for them to handle. However, a long gain in the first half was negated when Parker Jones, a player not dressed for the game, was flagged for interfering with an official on the sidelines.

The flag left the ball at the ND 27 instead of near the 10. The Dawgs only got a field goal out of the drive.

The game was played on Thursday, having been postponed from Wednesday after the tragic events in the French Quarter early New Year’s morning.

Ohio State clobbers Oregon, gains date with Texas in Cotton Bowl

Ohio State gaines a date with Texas after wiping out Oregon

They say it is hard to beat a team twice in one season. After the Rose Bowl on Wednesday, Oregon would agree.

The Ducks came into the game undefeated and left clobbered. Ohio State scored the first 34 points and rolled to a 41-21 victory over Oregon.

The Buckeyes advanced to a CFP semifinal against Texas in the Cotton Bowl.

Jeremiah Smith caught seven passes for 187 yards and two touchdowns. Will Howard threw for 319 yards and three touchdowns. TreVeyon Henderson ran for 94 yards on eight carries.

The result was the opposite of what happened in October when the Ducks edged the Buckeyes, 32-31, in a thriller.

Ohio State erupts for 31 points against Oregon in Rose Bowl

Ohio State has erupted early against Oregon

Ohio State is set for revenge. The Buckeyes have surged to a 31-0 lead in the first half of Wednesday’s Rose Bowl with Oregon.

The first time the schools met in October, the Ducks came away with a one-point victory.

In Pasadena, Oregon had no answers for Chip Kelly’s offensive game plan. Ohio State was scoring anywhere and everywhere.

With eight-plus minutes left in the second quarter, elite WR Jeremiah Smith had already caught six passes, two for touchdowns, and had 101 receiving yards.

The Buckeyes’ first drive against the undefeated Ducks took one minute and their second one took 1:05.

With the score at 31-0, Ohio State had 347 yards of total offense to 66 for Oregon.

The Ducks were in a deep hole and needed to turn things around if they hoped to advance to a Cotton Bowl game againstTexas in a CFP semifinal next week.