
Tim Tebow
Date of Birth: 8/14/1987
Rookie Card Year: 2010
Investment Rating: 5.0 (Average)
To say that Tim Tebow has his share of critics is an understatement. The deeply religious young man was the consummate college football player at the University of Florida. Leading the team's “option" based offense to become BCS Champions in two of three years, Tebow's detractors said his game would never transition to the professional level despite being the first quarterback in NCAA history to rush and pass for 20 touchdowns. In so doing, Tebow also became the only sophomore to win the league's coveted Heisman Trophy. His college accolades include being a three-time All-American, three-time SEC All-American, the Associated Press' Player of the Year and NCAA Quarterback of the Year.
The characteristics that made Tebow a successful and winning college quarterback weren't things that could be taught: drive, dedication, passion, leadership, resilience, intelligence, focus, and determination. Perhaps that is why the Denver Broncos shocked NFL fans, analysts and critics alike by selecting him in the first round (25th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft. Team spokespersons at the time sighted the fact that of all the things like footwork and arm strength that analysts said would prohibit Tebow from successfully taking the next step to the pro level could be taught. In the wake of a public feud between then starting quarterback Jay Cutler and new coach Josh McDaniels, the team had nothing to lose. Or so it was thought as there has been no clear commitment on the part of the team to outright label Tebow as their number one quarterback.
The son of foreign missionaries, Tebow's desire to excel on and off the field keep him well grounded and an inspiration to his fans and even objective detractors. A product of home schooling, Tebow has been a vocal advocate of greater access to athletic facilities for home-schooled athletes and, as a result, several states have introduced legislation for that purpose.
As a result of his impeccable college career, hopes are high for his collectibles, as reflected in the values of his rookie cards and autographed memorabilia. Coming from an SEC powerhouse like Gator-nation certainly doesn't hurt either. All of Tebow's rookie cards, of which he has 35, hail from 2010 products. Available at any price, collectors have a good mix of cards to choose from. Additionally, Heisman-related items or team items from Tebow's BCS Championship years with his signature remain in high demand among both college and football collectors alike.
Tim Tebow Rookie Card Checklist
Budget Rookie Cards
- 2010 Classics #195 Tim (/999)
- 2010 Donruss Elite #126 (/999)
- 2010 Panini Adrenalyn XL #129
- 2010 Score #396
- 2010 Topps #440 (Leaping Pose)
- 2010 Topps Attax #191
- 2010 Topps Finest #100
- 2010 Topps Magic #2
- 2010 Topps Platinum #79
- 2010 Topps Chrome #C100A (Leaping Pose)
- 2010 Topps Prime Retail #1
- 2010 Topps Tribute #50
- 2010 Topps Unrivaled #136
Mid-Range Rookie Cards
Premium Rookie Cards
- 2010 Absolute Memorabilia #204 (/299, autographed)
- 2010 Certified #304 (/299, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 Crown Royale #211 (/299 autographed)
- 2010 Limited #211 (/199, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 Panini Epix #205 (/270, autographed)
- 2010 Panini Gridiron Gear #261 (/259, autgraphed, jersey)
- 2010 Panini Rookies and Stars #299 (/201, autographed)
- 2010 Panini Threads #199 (/250, autographed)
- 2010 SP Authentic #108 (/299, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 SPx #102 (/99, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 Topps Five Star #180 (/50, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 Topps Triple Threads #109A (/99, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection #110 (/75, autographed, jersey)
- 2010 Upper Deck Sweet Spot #129 (/100, autographed)
Card Gallery:
- 2010 Crown Royale Tim Tebow
- 2010 Panini Contenders Tim Tebow (Blue Jersey)
- 2010 Panini Contenders Tim Tebow (White Jersey)
- 2010 Panini Epix Tim Tebow
- 2010 Panini Patches and Plates Tim Tebow
- 2010 Topps Tim Tebow
- 2010 Topps Magic Tim Tebow
- 2010 Topps Finest Tim Tebow
- 2010 Upper Deck Exquisite Tim Tebow