Tim Tebow worship proof that ESPN is becoming a joke?

When bloggers write about Denver, we take notice -- as these three items prove. Bleacher Report's John Stitz thinks ESPN's becoming a joke -- and the first bit of evidence he offers is its "worship" of Tim Tebow, "a guy that most people don't even think he will be anywhere...
By Michael RobertsMay 21, 2010
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When bloggers write about Denver, we take notice — as these three items prove.

Bleacher Report’s John Stitz thinks ESPN’s becoming a joke — and the first bit of evidence he offers is its “worship” of Tim Tebow, “a guy that most people don’t even think he will be anywhere close to being as successful in the NFL as he was in college.” Except when it comes to endorsements.

WhoSaidYouSaid.com spotlights a clip in which Representative Betsy Markey likens independent voters to “renters.” Presumably, that means they’re not interested in moving in with her permanently.

5280‘s Michael de Yoanna links to a post by Larimer County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Eloise Campanella making fun of Richard “Balloon Dad” Heene. Get in line, sister.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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