Tim Tebow’s popularity is sweeping the nation. Everything from fans “Tebowing,” striking an iconic kneeling pose that resembles “The Thinker,” to “Tebowie,” Jimmy Fallon’s musical tribute to and combination of Tim Tebow and David Bowie. The 24-year-old quarterback for the Denver Broncos has become a pop culture icon virtually overnight. But what makes Tim Tebow so popular?
“I think Tim is popular right now because of his character, his determination on the field, and all his representatives pushing the religion factor in the media,” said Ben Groff, sports editor for The Torch and Tiger Sports Network representative. According to Groff, Tebow’s popularity is a result of savvy marketing techniques and representatives that know how to market Christianity to a football-loving audience. But Tebow, admittedly, is also an incredible quarterback….
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| Tim Tebow with scripture written on his face paint |
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It’s no surprise that Tebow has attracted an unprecedented amount of praise for his skills as a quarterback, often leading the Broncos to wins coming from behind in the fourth quarter. He has received a significant amount of criticism and attention for his frequent demonstrations of religious devotion, for which he is sometimes mocked.
“He has expressed is faith in public ways and in memorable ways, such as the scripture-on-the-eye paint or choosing to pray before celebrating on the field,” said Rachel Tune, Pastor to Wittenberg University. “For many people, it is very inspiring, it’s also controversial, though, probably even among Christians but certainly with our culture at large, and I think that controversy has actually made him more popular. “
Popularity which can be found online at at www.tebowing.com, a blog created for users to post pictures of themselves “Tebowing,” which means, “to get down on a knee and start praying, even if everyone else around you is doing something completely different,” according to the site. Users can join the TebowingNation or even buy official Tebowing gear (which supports local Denver charities).
Include quote “Everyone at some time or the other is faced with points when they have to decide if they will show their faith, or their true selves, and I think he helps inspire people to do that in difficult spots.” PR
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