Could you imagine Tebow backing up Kaep?
Tebow has been screwed over by his own celebrity. No one thinks the national media circus that follows him is worth it. Especially not for a back-up. It gets even worse if the starter manages to struggle and everyone starts calling for Tebow to take over.
The first time Kaep locks onto Vernon Davis and telegraphs a pick that costs them a game, shit would get real.
Ain't no teams got time for dat. They'd rather peddle out these no-talent bummy clowns.
I lived through the circus.
There is a big difference between Orton and Kap. SF fans know Kap is the future, and Tebow would just be good insurance in case the worst happens.
You have to understand that there were a few things going down with Tebow. First being everyone was sick of Orton because he is mediocre, and he was a product of McDaniels. The second was we spent the high pick on Tebow, so everyone wanted to see what he had. Third being we were a terrible team at the time. Add all these together and you get Tebowmania.
It wouldn't happen in SF, simply because Harbs wouldn't let it get to that point. They are a good team, with a good QB, and people know he's the future. Tebow would certainly be a more competent backup than anyone I saw today.