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Tebow's no Tiny Tim

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Tim Tebow is a bigger player now than ever before. And, it's not just from being in the New York spotlight.

The New York Jets backup quarterback revealed Wednesday after the second day of minicamp that he weighs a rock-solid 249 pounds -- about 7-to-9 pounds heavier than last season with Denver -- and the team would like him to be at 250 to start the season.

The Jets plan to use Tebow in various roles, including in the wildcat-style offence and on special teams as the punt protector. He might also potentially get a few carries out of the backfield.

-- The Associated Press

Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 14, 2012 C2

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