With depth issues at running back, head coach Rex Ryan is considering using Tebow to help plug the holes.
Tim Tebow already has quarterback and personal punt protector on his resume in New York. Now he may also be adding running to his list of duties.
With a series of injuries robbing the Jets of their running back depth, head coach Rex Ryan was asked about the possibility of plugging Tebow in at the spot.
“That’s a possibility,” Ryan said. “The thing about Tim, with him being a football player like we've always talked about, Tim can -- by playing quarterback he knows all the positions. And so, can you plug him at running back? Can you plug him at tight end? I think the answer is yes."
Joe McKnight (ankle) and Bilal Powell (shoulder) are both battling injuries and could be unavailable for Sunday’s game against the Patriots. That leaves Shonn Greene as the only viable option.
Tebow has averaged 5.2 yards per carry throughout his career.