While it is predictable that John Elway (VP of football operations for Denver) would make this move, I think it is wrong for a number of reasons.
First, it gives no value to Tim Tebow's character as a person and player. In the end I don't think Elway had a clue how to deal with a player such as Tebow who refused to complain or attack critics. Tebow's class as a person freaked out Elway, and Tebow's popularity with fans caused Elway to feel stuck with him,
Second, Peyton Manning has had a very serious injury related to his neck. I doubt that he should ever play again. If he gets hit hard by a defender he could be paralyzed. Does John Elway want to carry that risk? I suppose he does.
Third, Peyton Manning will get a 5-year contract which will take him to 41 years of age as a quarterback. Really? 41 years old with a guy who has had three neck surgeries.
I realize that professional sports is all about competing and winning a championship. I think the Denver Broncos chose a guy who used to be able to throw a football and may still be able to, and gave up on a guy who has not been able to throw a football well but may be able to learn. Both of these men are winners - I just think Tebow is a "winner" in so much more than football.
I completely agree. At this point I'm happy for Tebow though as long as he goes somewhere that believes in him. The Broncos staff was never really behind him and I believe he deserves better than that. I will always root for him no matter where he ends up (hopefully Jacksonville with Jones-Drew). As great as he was on the field and entertaining to watch, his contributions off of it were/are even greater. Any team/city will be lucky to have him.
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