Tim Tebow Touchdown: Why Tebow's Role Needs To Be Expanded Immediately

Last Sunday, Tim Tebow finally got his number called in the NFL.

And he responded by giving his loyal fans what they have waited months for: his first NFL touchdown.

Similar to the way Tebow used to spell Chris Leak at the University of Florida, Tebow was brought in to run Denver's goal line offense.

Tebow showed poise as he was forced out of the pocket and neatly scrambled five yards for a hard-earned touchdown.

But now, the Broncos have a dilemma. Tebow worked for them on Sunday, and now they must give fans what they want.

More Tebow.  

Tebow's Dual Threat

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DENVER - OCTOBER 17: Quarterback Tim Tebow #15 of the Denver Broncos runs for a touchdown against the New York Jets at INVESCO Field at Mile High on October 17, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

When the ball is in Tebow's hands near the goal line, what does an opposing defense think?

Make sure we guard against the run. Hey, don't forget that jump pass thing he does. Watch the option, watch the option!

As an offensive coordinator, that is exactly the kind of chaos you want a defense to have, and Tebow can create that chaos, especially when he is being effective.

So far, Tebow has been effective, taking his only red zone drive straight into the end zone. The Broncos have to love the fact that by having Tebow on the field, it forces a defense to guard against many facets, which opens up the field for all kind of plays. 

Tebow's Grit

Unlike many NFL quarterbacks, Tebow isn't afraid to get hit.

Notice the two defensive players waiting for him at the goal line and how he barrels into them?

Fans love a guy like that, and so do coaches.

If you want a guy who will fight for every possible yard, you want Tebow in the game. And the best part is, he is smart about it.

Enough talk about all the wussy quarterbacks afraid of taking hits; the NFL needs more Tebow.

Tebow Changes a Defense's Preparation

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DENVER - SEPTEMBER 26: Quarterback Tim Tebow #15 of the Denver Broncos warms up prior to facing the Indianapolis Colts at INVESCO Field at Mile High on September 26, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Colts defeated the Broncos 27-13. (Photo by Doug Pensinge

Remember when the Dolphins unveiled the Wildcat and it sent ripples through the NFL?

The Broncos have a similar opportunity here.

Not many teams have a quarterback like Tebow on their team, and preparing for his type of offense would be difficult.

Just by putting Tebow into some red zone situations, it forces opposing defenses to spend some extra time preparing for situations where they might see Tebow.

Any time you can keep an opposing defense guessing, you have to take that opportunity. 

Tebow's Rush Average

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 12: Tyson Alualu #93 of the Jacksonville Jaguars tackles Tim Tebow #15 of the Denver Broncos during the NFL season opener game at EverBank Field on September 12, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty I

Last Sunday, Tebow carried the ball six times for 23 yards.

At the same time, the Broncos tripled their season average for rushing against one of the toughest defenses in the NFL.

Of course, there is some correlation there.

With Tebow in the game, you have to account for several people on the field who can run the ball.

Even when Tebow keeps it, he managed nearly four yards a carry against the Jets.

The Broncos have no reason—and no excuse—not to give Tebow more of an opportunity.

At 2-4, they need a spark, and that spark may be Tebow.

For anyone who knows Tebow's story of how he came to be quarterback at UF, history may seem to be repeating itself. 

From red zone quarterback to starter, could it happen for Tebow a few years down the road?