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4 months ago: DENVER, CO - JANUARY 08: Tim Tebow #15 of the Denver Broncos looks to pass the ball to Demaryius Thomas #88 of the Denver Broncos to score an 80 yard touchdown in overtime of the AFC Wild Card Playoff game at Sports Authority Field against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Mile High on January 8, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. The Denver Broncos defeated the the Pittsburgh Steelers in overtime 23 - 29. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow has won the GMC Never Say Never award after he and the Broncos finished with a tie for the NFL record with six victories when not leading heading into the fourth quarter.
Call it Mile High Magic, Tebow magic, Tebowmania, or whatever you must call it, but one thing is for sure--the Denver Broncos had a heck of a run from the moment that guy became the quarterback, including a six game winning streak and an improbable victory over reigning AFC Champion Pittsburgh in the first round of the playoffs.
Tebow and the Broncos won a handful of Never Say Never awards throughout the course of the season, so Tebow was probably expected to run away with this award.
As an aside, the "never say never" award is really representative of Tebow and his road to the NFL and his career thus far. Guys like Todd McShay said he'd never be a starter in the league, Merril Hoge said he was the worst QB in history, and pretty much nobody thought he'd be a first round pick. Then, when he proved everyone wrong and became a starting quarterback, he didn't put up the best numbers and definitely looked like a raw, under-developed quarterback at times but he made some plays that Broncos fans will never forget.
He is entrenched as a superstar in sports and an icon around the globe. Some people might not like what he represents but there is no denying that Tebow is a special person and athlete.
5 recs | 25 comments
Well deserved.
Automatik41 - February 4, 2012
Nice article Sayre.
Digger24 - February 4, 2012
I'm excited for the future!
This award plus defensive rookie of the year for Von…it doesnt get any better than that!
broncofaninIL - February 4, 2012
Well a SB win would be better than that lol!!
broncofaninIL - February 4, 2012
Very nice.
And well deserved.
Teboner - February 4, 2012
Well deserved!
What a season it was and that GW TD to DT against the Steelers still has me smiling. It was a in ride an really excited to for the 2012 season.
GO BRONCOS!!!
weazel - February 4, 2012 via iPhone app
Oops, meant awesome ride.
weazel - February 4, 2012 via iPhone app
No doubt about it
Deserved as never in history…
Fabio Broncos - February 4, 2012
What's to be said?
Congratulations, Tim!
God Bless and Go Broncos!!
83BroncoFan - February 4, 2012
Well deserved
Only good things to come. The team is only going to improve. I enjoy watching history being made. A dynasty in the making.
MajorG - February 4, 2012 via Android app
Grats to TT and the Broncos as an entire team!
Rest well, heal, and come back ready to take it to the next level!
Broncotodd - February 4, 2012
Great for Tim, Von and for the Broncos!
SSinSD - February 4, 2012 via Android app
Totally deserving of this award.
Oregon Crush - February 4, 2012
Fantastic!
Congrats Tim and Von!
postpunk27 - February 4, 2012
I just watched Fallon announce it moments ago
as I’ve been watching the NBA beforehand but this was epic, to capture the essence of Tebow, I exhort you to read my signature!
the new Bradfather - February 4, 2012
Nice job TT. Thanks Sayre!
boydy2669 - February 5, 2012
boydy i love what champ said about tebow... hall of famer to another
Joshua Glover - February 5, 2012
ALL THE POLITICALLY CORRECT BRONCO FANS MAKE ME SICK
WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM WITH ORTON…. HE CHOKES… HATE ME FOR MY NAME AND HATE FOR BEING A BRONCO FAN… BUT DIDNT WE WAIT FOR A TRUE FOOT BALL PLAYER AT QB… TEBOW HAD THE BALLLS ALL BRONCO FANS HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR…. IF ANY MHR SAYS TEBOW SHOULD BE OUT SHOULD LEAVE THE SITE AS WELL
Joshua Glover - February 5, 2012
YOUR CAPS LOCK KEY SEEMS TO BE STUCK, IT MAY BE TIME FOR A NEW KEYBOARD.
OH LOOK, MINE IS TOO.
Matt In Canada - February 5, 2012
Thats just too funny
Your “true” football player has some issues with his throwing motion. Maybe Tebow has one or two faults. Just maybe……
I am excited to see what we do next year with Tebow at QB. If you want to enjoy the games and commenting here maybe you should realize that even as our starter, even with my support, he will make mistakes and I for one will probably complain about it.
Further, if I think our team could do better with another QB and I see value in a trade for our starter then I think I am hoping for a better future for the team. See, I am a fan of the team and I have not seen any reason to think the Broncos will fail simply because Tim Tebow is not the QB.
Sean in Pa. - February 5, 2012
how about any “in your face” posters? Maybe they should leave.
PS. I love Tebow, but this is a ridiculous post.
idahobronc - February 5, 2012
At least Tebow's balls are bigger than Orton's
anyway, I’m a Broncos fan, and Tebow is our best option so that’s why I say let’s keep him around
the new Bradfather - February 5, 2012
Calikula - February 5, 2012
Perfect
This award is a no-brainer…
Loved the good moments this season, cringed at the bad ones… but if anything, Tebow added entertainment value to the football season and helped to establish a sense of relevance to the Broncos in the NFL once again.
I’m still not convinced he will be our starter for all of 2012, but deep down I hope he improves where he needs to so that he can continue to thrill us with spectacular plays and unbelievable comeback wins. I am proud to be a Broncos fan because of Tebow. Never seen a more humble, truly good person in my life, someone that represents what a true role model should be.
Great job TT.
Go Broncos!
tjpmontana - February 5, 2012
Very cooL good job Tebow i cant wait for next season.
CenCalBronco - February 5, 2012 via mobile
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