Tim Tebow named best college football player to wear No. 15
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
ESPN has ranked Tim Tebow as the best college football player of all time to wear No. 15. Tebow, a Florida Gators quarterback, is noted for his impressive career statistics, including 145 career touchdowns and over 13,000 passing yards. He was a Heisman finalist three times and contributed significantly to Florida's national championships in 2006 and 2008. He tops a list that includes quarterbacks Drew Brees and Tommie Frazier. Other Gators honored in the rankings include Steve Spurrier and Emmitt Smith, along with notable mentions from other schools.
- •Tim Tebow recognized by ESPN for jersey No. 15
- •Tebow achieved 145 touchdowns and over 13,000 passing yards
- •Heisman Trophy finalist three times, national champion in 2006 and 2008
- •Other notable mentions include Steve Spurrier and Emmitt Smith
- •ESPN's rankings cover top players by jersey number
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Tim Tebow the best college football player of all time to wear No. 15
"ESPN ranked the best college football players of all time by jersey number, with Tim Tebow earning the nod. Four other Gators also earned mentions.
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