The Philadelphia Eagles released quarterback Tim Tebow on the day of their final roster cuts. The news was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Eagles released QB Tim Tebow, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 5, 2015
Tebow had seemingly earned a roster spot last night when the Eagles traded Matt Barkley to the Arizona Cardinals for a conditional seventh-round draft pick. Now the Eagles have just two quarterbacks, Sam Bradford and Mark Sanchez, on their roster.
In his fourth and final preseason game, Tebow played his best game (in limited appearances, of course) since his memorable stretch in 2011. He completed 11 of 17 passes for 189 yards, two touchdowns and an interception, while adding four rushes for 32 yards. With Barkley completing just 4 of 9 passes for 45 yards and an interception, it seemed likely that Tebow had played his way onto the roster.
The Eagles could roll with just two quarterbacks, or they could add a veteran who was recently released, such as Matt Flynn, Josh Johnson, or Christian Ponder.
As for Tebow, it’s likely that he’s finished his brief NFL career. I assume he’ll return to broadcasting about college football. Of course, it’s always possible that the Eagles bring him back after Week 1, when his salary isn’t guaranteed, or in the event of an injury to either Bradford or Sanchez.
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