Quarterback Tim Tebow’s upcoming return to the NFL has caused consternation for many who are questioning the decision to hire the aging football star while Colin Kaepernick remains unsigned.
It is anticipated that the 33-year-old Tebow, who has not played in the NFL since 2012, will sign a one-year deal to play tight end for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the next week, NFL Network is reporting. However, there are some questioning the judgment of this acquisition due to Tebow being an “aging player at a lesser position.”
Others on social media criticized the decision on the basis that Kaepernick is still not signed.
Amongst the range of opinions, one person’s take in particular touched a nerve with many. Former Republican congressional candidate Lavern Spicer took to Twitter with her response to all the Tebow-Kaepernick takes.
Tim Tebow is getting signed because he knows how to throw a football.
Colin Kaepernick isn’t getting signed because he doesn’t.
It’s not about race.
— Lavern Spicer (@lavern_spicer) May 10, 2021
I also bet he will stand for the National Anthem if they ever play it again !!!
Thank goodness that Affirmative Action doesn’t apply
to pro sports.