Breaking:Former Gator player and first underclassman to win the Heisman Trophy Tim Tebow has been found guilty of assulting his wife at their home..(ESPN Report)
Breaking: Former Gator Star and First Underclassman to Win the Heisman Trophy, Tim Tebow, Found Guilty of Assaulting His Wife at Their Home (ESPN Report)
By ESPN News Desk | March 26, 2025
Orlando, FL – In a stunning development that has rocked the sports world and left fans in disbelief, former University of Florida quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow has been found guilty of assaulting his wife, according to an ESPN report released Tuesday morning.
The incident, which took place in the early hours of February 9th, occurred at the couple’s Orlando residence. Police reports indicate that neighbors called 911 after hearing what they described as “screaming and loud crashes” coming from the Tebow home. Officers arrived to find Tebow’s wife, Demi-Leigh Tebow, visibly shaken with signs of physical injury.
Tebow, 37, was taken into custody at the scene but released on bail shortly after. Throughout the trial, Tebow maintained his innocence, claiming the altercation was verbal and that any injuries sustained by his wife were accidental. However, surveillance footage from a home security camera and testimony from neighbors contradicted his account.
The jury deliberated for just under six hours before returning a guilty verdict on charges of misdemeanor domestic battery and felony aggravated assault. The judge has scheduled sentencing for April 15th, where Tebow could face up to five years in prison.
This marks a tragic fall from grace for the former NFL player, sports analyst, and devout Christian figure known for his public image of humility, faith, and family values. Fans across the nation have taken to social media to express shock and heartbreak.
“I just can’t believe it,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Tim Tebow was supposed to be the one good guy left in sports.”
The University of Florida released a brief statement, saying: “We are deeply saddened by the news and are keeping all involved in our thoughts. Our focus remains on the safety and well-being of all individuals impacted.”
Demi-Leigh has not made a public statement since the verdict, but her legal team has confirmed that she is seeking a protective order and has filed for divorce.
Tebow’s attorneys say they plan to appeal the decision, but for now, the legacy of one of college football’s most beloved figures is overshadowed by scandal.
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