The Hatred of Tim Tebow: Why?

Ok, I've heard enough!  I can't take it anymore!

We are all in for a long three months until the draft.  A draft where those Tim Tebow anti-enthusiasts will construct their venomous, hateful, and disparaging columns and remarks about Tim Tebow.

As early as yesterday, all eyes are on Mobile, Alabama to see if the "Chosen One" can impress pro scouts prior to getting in gear for the Senior Bowl this Saturday.  Early indications are that Tebow did not have a good day.  We all have been there, Tim.  I suppose Ryan Leaf did very well, too.

What's more troubling to me now is the hatred and the attacks on Tebow as a person, a man, a son, and lastly a damn good football player.  I have only one word to ask:  Why?

As a Gator fan, I admit, I root for Tim to do well.  I root for Tim because I see in him some of the things that our society is missing.  I see empathy, compassion, truth, and the will to do the right thing.  No matter the cost.

I can understand why opponents would dislike Tebow.  But why the hate?  Why so much venom on a kid who practices what he preaches and only asks those around him to be true to themselves?  Why can't we wish an opponent well and take a higher road?

The answer to me is that we are looking forward to a Tim Tebow meltdown.  Misery loves company and I can't help but think that those of you out there that are miserable with your lives and your faith will be the ones who will spew this venom and wait for the proverbial, "Hey, I told you so.  Guy cant play. Guy is a *&*(^%$#$#  !!!!"

I'm ok with that.  If Tebow can't play in the NFL, that's OK.  I'm sure he will give it his best and if it doesn't work, then that's going to be OK with him too.  What I'm not OK with is the way some are ready to try and destroy this young man's image and character.

Do you secretly see in Tebow some of the qualities that you wish you had?  I do!

Do you see him as a big mouth because he's not afraid to stand up and say what he believes? 

Does a little part of you, the hate mongers, really wish that you could pull for this man?  I bet I know the answer. 

Tim Tebow has never stepped out in public and said "Look at me, I'm perfect."  For those who believe it's appropriate to bash Tebow, it's your right.  Just as it's his right to be who he is. 

As for the Senior Bowl, I hope Tim makes some adjustments and gets it going. I love it when stand up people do well.  Our society has had enough lately of those who have gotten success by ill gains.

I love a good underdog story, and Tim, we're Pulling for you buddy! Make 'em eat their words.