The Best Amidst Brightness

On Saturday, Tim Tebow garnered the Heisman Trophy. Tebow, the accolade’s lone sophomore recipient, registered 1,957 points (462 first place votes). Darren McFadden recorded 1,703 points (291 first place votes). Colt Brennan racked 632 points (54 first place votes). Chase Daniel received 425 points (25 first place votes).

In 2007, Tebow completed 217 of 317 passes for 3,132 yards and 29 touchdowns. He also amassed 194 carries for 838 yards and 22 touchdowns. Upon receiving his reward, Tebow was humble. “I am fortunate, fortunate for a lot of things,” Tebow said. “God truly blessed me and this just adds on. It's an honor.”

This season, dominance was absent. Yet, greatness was recognizable. Auburn, LSU, and Georgia defeated Florida. However, Tebow was not responsible. This is his legacy. He is not a defining force. He was simply the greatest individual talent.