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Tebow Won't Be a Playboy All-American

Jul 23, 2008 – 10:22 AM
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This will break the hearts of college football fans everywhere, I'm sure: Tim Tebow will not be your 2008 Playboy All-American quarterback.

When asked by Playboy, Assistant Sports Information Director Zack Higbee chose not to submit Tebow's name for nomination. Gary Cole, senior VP for the racy magazine, felt the decision was short-sighted..

"I don't hate it when someone has all the facts, understands what our weekend and our history is and then chooses not to attend,'' Cole said. "I do hate it when someone bases their choice on false or incomplete information. ... The weekend (in Phoenix) is completely wholesome. I have always brought my children whether they were 1 or 16 years old. It's a really special few days when these fellows get the opportunity to meet each other and spend a little time together. Friendships are formed at these weekends that last a lifetime."

Tebow's religious beliefs and missionary work make him a bit of an odd fit for anything associated with Playboy, regardless of how 'wholesome' the event may be. Then again, Tebow might not have been selected anyway.

"To be honest, Pat White was my choice from very early on ... actually the end of last season,'' Cole said.

I'm guessing Pat White is also willing to say 'yes' to the nomination, which could be why Cole likes him so much.

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