The Denver Broncos selected Florida quarterback Tim Tebow with the 25th pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. By the time he was chosen, the Gators’ star already transcended the sport. He didn’t light up the NFL, but that should not diminish all of his accomplishments on the field and off it.
2006
Tim Tebow was one of the prized recruits in this year’s class. The lefty quarterback was home-schooled before heading off to Gainesville.When he arrived at Florida, Chris Leak was entrenched as the quarterback. Tebow made some appearances as a freshman, completing 22-of-33 passes for 358 yards with five TDs and one pick. Tebow also rushed for 469 yards and eight touchdowns.