Tim Tebow, quarterback for the #1 ranked Florida Gators, suffered a concussion during Saturday’s game against Kentucky. After a sack by Taylor Wyndam in the 3rd quarter, the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner, lay motionless on the field. The play was not flagged and appears to be, by most, a good hit in the hard knocks of football. The concussion came as a result of Tebow’s head hitting a teammate’s knee while falling backward. Tebow was taken to a hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, where he remained until Sunday morning.
However, coach Urban Meyer’s call to leave his star quarterback in a 31-7 game has come under scrutiny. If the injury is serious and Tebow is unable to play, it will be a major blow to the offense. Fortunately, the Gators have a bye this week and Meyers had already planned on giving the players a couple of days off. As unfortunate as it is, Saturday was as good a time as any for it to happen. Tebow’s status for the upcoming Louisiana State game is unknown, but fans hope that he will be ready to play after some much needed rest.
John Brantley went on to lead the team to a 41-7 victory over Kentucky.