Tim Tebow: Politics 'Could Be Something In My Future'

Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow said he could one day explore politics "if it's something I care about."

Tebow said he wouldn't rule out a potential future run for office during an interview with Dave Feherty -- host of the Golf Channel's "Feherty Live" -- that's set to air 10 p.m. Saturday.

"I don't know -- it could be something in my future," Tebow said, according to Politico. "If it's something I care about, possibly."

Though Tebow has sparked controversy over his strong religious views, the 2012 Republican presidential candidates have worked to associate themselves with the famous quarterback. Texas governor Rick Perry -- who dropped out of the GOP primary race ahead of the South Carolina primary -- even once compared himself to the athlete during a debate, saying "I hope I am the Tim Tebow of the Iowa caucuses."

Despite the fact that several GOP hopefuls have reached out to the NFL star hoping to win his backing, Tebow has yet to endorse a presidential candidate.

Comments

[arubino99]

03:53 AM on 03/19/2013

lol this guy only plays because he has "fans". It's actually a natural progression to politics. He has religious right-wing fans that absolutely adore him, despite his shortcomings as an NFL quarterback.

He's also incredibly proud, and refuses to step down even though the Jets have 4 quarterbacks on roster. He'll be released, as no other team wants him.

Go to the AFL, Tebow. Learn how to pass, then maybe come back to the NFL like Warner did. Or hey, try out politics... you'll be my fourth choice as well!

[keyo3600]

02:05 AM on 03/27/2012

I'm just glad he's not a Philadelphia Eagle

[Cassandra Rodriquez]

10:31 AM on 02/09/2012

For those of you taking this way too seriously. Tim Tebow debunk that he would be doing politics so calm the eff down.

When Calloway asked if Tebow was planning on running for office, the quarterback chuckled and said, "Um, I guess there's a lot of rumors out there. No, I am just excited to live my dream and play the game of football. I'm gonna continue to do that as long as I can."

http://extratv.warnerbros.com/2012/02/tim_tebow_tells_extra_hes_not_running_for_office.php#ixzz1ltnik0Nx

[fordneri]

01:17 AM on 02/08/2012

Nobody saw this coming. Many approval seekers hide their narcissism with a fine religious wine sauce. Tebow should master football and religion before he glibly enters politics. He is pushing beginners luck to extremes that could be dangerous if left unchecked.

[CVales]

08:44 AM on 02/07/2012

No.

[gdatomic]

03:34 PM on 02/06/2012

Is he channeling Steve Garvey? That's a scary thought. Because it would mean he has divorce and an FTC fine for lying in an infomercial in his future...

[keyo3600]

02:04 AM on 03/27/2012

lol Always seems to work out that way doesn't it

[Rippington]

03:33 PM on 02/06/2012

Ya know... if he was as outstanding and genuine in his faith... why is he wasting his breath praying/thanking God for his Touchdowns/game-wins... when he should REALLY be praying that his "Benevolent" and "Loving" God would bring an end to the starving AIDS ridden children in Africa.... or the homeless/starving population here in the states???????

HUNH????

Oh yeah... God granted you a touchdown pass instead of helping those that actually need it. Sounds like a "GREAT" god!

[amelse7]

10:33 PM on 02/10/2012

OH MY!! This is very, very rude. Maybe you haven't heard that Tim's parents are missionaries and help children in foreign countries every summer?? And maybe you haven't heard that Tim accompanies them on these missionary trips?? Or possibly you haven't heard of the Tim Tebow Foundation that helps many children?? Oh , I got it, you've never seen Tim with children in AMERICA suffering from life threatening illness and how much joy it brings these children to meet him!!

God granted Tebow the lifestyle to help all these people out even before he was praying for strength during a football game buddy!

[Rippington]

09:48 AM on 02/13/2012

Rude? Hardly! FACTUAL!

I don't care how much missionary work Tim or his Parents do/does.

God is SUPPOSED to be Omnipotent. He can do ANYTHING and EVERYTHING. People of Earth should not HAVE to do missionary work (read that as, we will help you as long as you convert!) God in all his grandeur could with a simple thought eradicate the diseases that riddle our planet. He could do away with starvation... he could have this be a paradice again... quite frankly... he could APPEAR before us and tell us he's real... NOW... in a MODERN time... not at a time when wine drinking goat herders that knew NOTHING of our world or how things operated would write about it.

[havanodo]

02:40 PM on 02/06/2012

The media say what they want. Hope Tim stays with football for now and does not let himself get dragged into politics. He needs to keep still ,read his play book pray his prayers maintain his reputation as a quality person. Endorse no one either party. Not now.

[myngbl]

02:54 PM on 02/06/2012

he needs to do all that kindasht in the locker-room. Maybe he is scared of the big men in there. This guy is not a baby, he is a fffffffffffffeeeeeeeeeeeeeggggggggggggggg.

[shlack123]

02:38 PM on 02/06/2012

That's just what America needs: "Tebowing" in public office...

Our country has had about all it can take of the hardcore religious wingnuts in office. It's time for rational thinkers over those who defer to a "higher being" to divinate their thoughts and actions for them.

[Destiny Brown]

02:41 PM on 02/06/2012

I agree!!!

[myngbl]

02:55 PM on 02/06/2012

NFL should stop this crappolla.

[mailguy]

02:31 PM on 02/06/2012

I find it hard to believe that he would abandon his Christian beliefs and become the lying and cheating scum that it seems all our politicians turn into when they get elected. There are many righteous and intelligent people who won't enter politics because they refuse to give up their self respect and dignity just to further themselves financially with total disregard of the people who elect them, Not like what we have elected into our government now.

[BeautifulMind]

02:20 PM on 02/06/2012

LOLLLLLLLL Another Sarah Palin .

[BeautifulMind]

02:19 PM on 02/06/2012

Lol another Sarah plain,

[stacymill8]

01:52 PM on 02/06/2012

I don't think he was saying he was going into Politics... The wording is pretty clear.

[myngbl]

01:55 PM on 02/06/2012

what......he is waiting for God to talk to him????????????????? The boy is a joke.

[clarissa49]

02:25 PM on 02/06/2012

Really?! Your bigotry is showing! He is a gorgeous MAN!

[stauff565]

02:05 PM on 02/06/2012

"I don't know -- it could be something in my future," Tebow said, according to Politico. "If it's something I care about, possibly."..........so where do you see a no in that?

[marcbarc]

01:39 PM on 02/06/2012

I pray to the lord that NO he won't, he is only good for the pigskin...not enough background in anything.....

[brotherez]

01:37 PM on 02/06/2012

John Wayne was asked if someday, he would go into politics. He ended his reply with "...and besides, who would vote for an actor anyways?" IMHO, RWR should have stayed a B list actor, because he is certainly over-rated as a president. The country is still feeling subsequent damage he did with the economic policies he professed. RWR was not responsible for bringing down the Soviet Union. Thank Pope John Paul II and the millions of people that courageously (and unarmed) stood up for their human rights.

[myngbl]

01:58 PM on 02/06/2012

RWR SHAMED the pope into helping his people who were cold and starving (but still had vodka) in the Soviet Union. Face it, the Catholic church only does what is GOOD for the Catholic Church. The Pope didn't 'lead' the people. You are a lemming. keep sending the church money so they can pay off all their crimes against humanity. Good Job!

[myngbl]

02:00 PM on 02/06/2012

Why do you think the cath church wants you to say confession to the priest? No other religions tell you to get straight with God. Not say 10 Hail Mary's. They want YOUR secrets to keep you under the control of the church. dummy. Do you think, in the most powerful part of your mind, that a fukinpriest tells his secrets and repents. bah ha ha ha pass the scotch and lil boys.