Tim Tebow News: ESPN's Mike Reiss views Ryan Mallett as a roster lock this season, with Tebow's chances of sticking around hinging on the Patriots keeping three quarterbacks, after keeping just two last season.

ESPN's Mike Reiss views Ryan Mallett as a roster lock this season, with Tebow's chances of sticking around hinging on the Patriots keeping three quarterbacks, after keeping just two last season.

While the Patriots signed Tebow to a two-year deal worth $1.36 million, the contract does not include any guaranteed money. In any case, if the Patriots keep Tebow around, it will be as a depth QB and someone who coach Bill Belichick (who has a knack for putting his players in position to succeed) could deploy occasionally with some creative play-calling and formations.