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Tebow: Athletes should be better role models

Quarterback Tim Tebow addresses the media as he

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Unlike Charles Barkley, Tim Tebow has no problems being a role model.

In fact, the Jets backup quarterback thrives in that role -- and he thinks more sports figures should.

Speaking in front of an estimated crowd of 26,000 at San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium on Father's Day, Tebow stressed the importance of athletes setting an example for future generations.

"To me, that's so...

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