Tim Tebow has signed a contract…
… with Jockey International?
Yes, you read that right. While negotiations continue between his agent and the NFL’s Denver Broncos, Tebow’s agent has been pulling double duty.
Today, Tim Tebow became the newest spokesperson for the iconic brand. Tebow looks to be the face of multiple jockey products including the upcoming line of performance athletic apparel, the “Staycool” Collection. According to a press release from Jockey International,” Tebow will be featured in Jockey’s catalog, TV and print advertisements and on jockey.com. Jockey and Tebow will also collaborate on unique content for social media platforms.”
Press release from Jockey International, Inc website:
Pro Football Quarterback Tim Tebow Signs with Jockey
Former College Gridiron Star and Heisman Winner to Endorse Jockey
Kenosha, Wis. (July 27, 2010) – Jockey International, Inc. today announced that pro football quarterback Tim Tebow has agreed to a multi-year contract in which Tebow will serve as a Jockey spokesperson beginning in July, 2010.
“Tim is a highly gifted athlete with a positive attitude and an admirable character,” remarked Jockey Chairman and CEO Debra S. Waller. “We at Jockey see a very bright future with Tim, and believe that he is an excellent representative for the brand. Tim is genuine, smart and driven and those qualities align well with Jockey. We look forward to building a long and collaborative relationship with him in the coming years.”
“I’m excited to represent the Jockey brand and to work with such an innovative company,” said Tebow. “I’ve long been a fan and consumer of Jockey, and think they make a quality product with a great fit. I’m looking forward to a great relationship with such a respectable company.”
Tebow will work with several of Jockey’s lines, including the Jockey® “Staycool” collection, which launches in spring 2011. Tebow will be featured in Jockey’s catalog, TV and print advertisements and on jockey.com. Jockey and Tebow will also collaborate on unique content for social media platforms.
Tim Tebow was a first round NFL draft pick in 2010. In college he won two national championships and was the first ever sophomore to win the Heisman Trophy. He also was a two-time winner of the Maxwell Award as the nation’s top college football player, as well as the winner of the Davey O’Brien Award as the nation’s best college quarterback, and the James E. Sullivan Award as the nation’s most outstanding amateur athlete in any sport.
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Tim Tebow has been capitalizing on his legend at the University of Florida since he declared for the NFL Draft in January. Still, his main focus continues to be his pro football career. Tebow, the Broncos and fans across the country are awaiting his arrival to the pro game and when he really gets under way, GSN will be there to bring you the latest.

