Should New York Jets QB Tim Tebow Listen to Skip Bayless? Fan Perspective - Yahoo! Sports

The New York Jets plan to use backup QB Tim Tebow as a punt protector on special teams. While many fans are excited just to hear that their favorite football player will be making an appearance on the field, others, like ESPN's Skip Bayless, believe Tebow is selling himself short by accepting another position.

Bayless took to Twitter and posted, "Time for Tebow to quit being so coachable, so all-for-team, take a stand and say, 'Hey, I don't play special teams. I'm a QUARTERBACK.'"

Now, as a fan of Tebow, I would love to see him in the QB position. Despite still having a lot of room to improve, I believe he has the ability to develop into a great QB. However, with that being said, I also believe that Tebow is much more than just a QB. In a recent article, I compared Tebow to an all-around gymnast. Yes, he can play the QB position, but he also has the ability and the talent to play various other positions. Above everything else, Tebow is a football player.

As far as the comments from Bayless, I don't think Tebow should change who he is at all. The fact that he is so coachable and plays for the team is something that makes him stand out among other football players. He is willing to do what is best for the team. In a time where many NFL players are all about themselves, Tebow is quick to turn the attention to others. And what's wrong with being coachable? To me, that shows that Tebow is willing to work and do what he needs to do to improve. Tebow is willing to do what needs to be done for the win.

However, I do see one potential problem with using Tebow as a punt protector. While Tebow has the size and the speed to succeed in this position, there is a risk for injury. What happens if QB Mark Sanchez begins to struggle and backup QB Tebow is injured? Where will this leave the Jets?

At the same time however, we all saw Tebow take some hard hits last season with the Denver Broncos and he always got back up to play. He stayed in against the New England Patriots after suffering torn cartilage and a bruised lung. He is a tough player and can play through the hits. The question is, if he is needed as a QB, is it really worth the risk?

I can see this from both sides, but in all honesty, regardless of what position Tebow plays, I don't believe he needs to change who he is at all. His character is what his fans love and it makes him the athlete people can look up to. And honestly, while Tebow may change what position he plays, I don't think Tebow will change who he is for anyone.

Deborah Braconnier is a former athlete and avid football fan. She is a freelance writer and Featured Contributor for the NFL and Olympics. She has followed the Denver Broncos since she was a child and became a fan of Tim Tebow during his run as a QB for the Broncos. She looks forward to following his career with the New York Jets this season. Follow her on Twitter at @fwcdeborah.