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Tim Tebow ranked ahead of Peyton Manning? That’s right — and they’re both ranked behind Jimmie Johnson.
For the second consecutive year, the NASCAR star was ranked No. 1 in Forbes’ America’s Most Influential Athletes poll, which surveyed more than 1,100 adults about dozens of well-known athletes to measure their likability and whether they’re considered “influential.” Tebow was second, one spot ahead of the quarterback who took his job as the Broncos starter for 2012.
Boxer Manny Pacquiao was fourth, followed by Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Drew Brees, Eli Manning and New York Knicks sensation Jeremy Lin.
Denver Post wire services
