Tebow wins Heisman
Florida's Tim Tebow became the first sophomore to win the Heisman Trophy, beating out finalists Darren McFadden of Arkansas, Colt Brennan of Hawaii and Chase Daniel of Missouri. Tebow, the first player in NCAA history to both rush and pass for more than 20 touchdowns, finished the season with 51 overall.
"I love being a Gator," Tebow said, after thanking Jesus, his teammates and a litany of others. "I love Gator Nation, and whenI get back we're going to have some fun."
Tebow is the third Gators quarterback to win the award, joining Steve Spurrier and Danny Wuerffel. McFadden was the runnerup for the second consecutive year.
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Go Gators!
Posted by: Dave | December 08, 2007 at 09:07 PM
It is good to be a GATOR. Congratulations Florida!!
Posted by: Sanjeev Jha | December 08, 2007 at 09:09 PM
Gators are the most obnoxious fans alive.
Posted by: | December 10, 2007 at 01:29 PM
This will be his best year. The heisman curse will get him.
Posted by: chad | December 10, 2007 at 01:31 PM
Congratulation Tim! A man of firsts. The first Sophomore, the first player born in the Philippines and the first home-schooled player to win the Heisman. Gator Nation loves you and is proud of you Tim. Go Gators!!!
Posted by: | December 10, 2007 at 02:49 PM
You forgot one, the first gay guy to win the heisman.
Posted by: | December 10, 2007 at 09:00 PM