ESPN Boston gives Tim Tebow a 25 percent chance of cracking the Patriots' 53-man roster. Reporter Mike Rodak believes Tebow could "provide the Patriots value within their fast-paced offensive system," but terms his roster hunt as an "uphill battle." We agree, but it's hard to know what iconoclastic coach Bill Belichick is ever truly thinking. We don't expect Tebow to see reps at a position other than quarterback, or for the Pats to simply keep America's favorite choir boy as a publicity stunt in wake of the Aaron Hernandez ugliness.

ESPN Boston's Field Yates reiterates Tim Tebow is unlikely to take reps at tight end "or any other position besides quarterback" in training camp. The Patriots signed Tebow in June with the sole idea of attempting to turn him into a legit quarterback -- a dream of Josh McDaniels since he traded up to draft Tebow in the 2010 first round. McDaniels isn't suddenly going to scrap that idea. The Pats remain deep at tight end, and Rob Gronkowski is coming back.

ESPN Boston's Mike Reiss stated on SportsCenter that it would be a "surprise" if the Patriots converted Tim Tebow to tight end. Per Reiss, the Pats have "made it pretty clear" Tebow is in Foxboro to compete for third-string quarterback duties. There are no imminent plans for a position change, as New England has already stockpiled its offseason roster with tight ends behind Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez. The other TEs are Jake Ballard, Daniel Fells, Michael Hoomanawanui, Zach Sudfeld, and Brandon Ford.

ESPN's Adam Schefter expects Tim Tebow to be the Patriots No. 3 quarterback and inactive for most games this season. Schefter senses that Tebow will make the final roster, but he describes a developmental quarterback role. We'll probably have to wait until preseason games to find out exactly what Bill Belichick has in mind. For now, there's no tangible evidence that Tebow will be asked to help at tight end.

Coach Bill Belichick declined Tuesday to comment on what position Tim Tebow will play. As expected, Belichick revealed no information and gave no insight into the Tebow signing. "What position? We're going to do what's best for the football team," Belichick said. He cut the press conference off on his own after getting fed up with too many Tebow questions. "Tim's a talented player that's smart and works hard. We'll see how it goes." ESPN is reporting that Tebow was signed to play quarterback. CBS' Mike Freeman says he'll be used elsewhere in addition to under center. There are 2014 playing time incentives in Tebow's contract that are not limited to quarterback snaps.

Tim Tebow's two-year contract with the Patriots contains no guaranteed money.

ESPN's Mike Reiss confirms that "no one should be surprised" if Tim Tebow isn't on the Patriots' final roster.

ESPN's Chris Mortensen confirms Tim Tebow will be a quarterback with the Patriots. Per Mort, Tebow will enter Tuesday's minicamp as New England's third-string QB, behind Tom Brady and Ryan Mallett. Despite previous rumors otherwise, Tebow is not being tried at tight end, although it would be in Tebow's best interests to be open to playing any position. He's avoided trying tight end in the past. Obviously, Tebow is not going to be a major threat for playing time behind future Hall of Famer Brady and young, strong-armed backup Mallett. The Pats may be simply kicking the tires on the former Josh McDaniels draft pick.

There are conflicting reports about Tim Tebow's position in New England. Reported ESPN's Ed Werder on SportsCenter, "I have confirmed that the Patriots signed him with the intent of playing quarterback." Meanwhile, CBS Sports' Mike Freeman reported Tebow will "study a great deal at tight end." The Patriots' upcoming mandatory minicamp will not be open to the media. Don't expect Josh McDaniels or Bill Belichick to specify Tebow's position, even when pressed. We may have to wait for preseason games to have a good idea.

Patriots signed QB Tim Tebow, formerly of the Jets. To clear roster space, they waived Mike Kafka, paving the way for Tebow to win New England's third-string quarterback job behind Tom Brady and Ryan Mallett. Tebow will be at Patriots minicamp on Tuesday. The connection is obvious; OC Josh McDaniels traded up for Tebow at the 25th overall pick while running the Broncos' football operations in 2010. We're assuming Tebow will primarily play quarterback, but he could also be tried at H-back or tight end while Rob Gronkowski (arm, back) rehabs. Of course, we won't hold our breath for McDaniels and Bill Belichick to reveal their specific plans.