Article snippet: In an interview with The Wrap about his new podcast The Right Time, Jones, who up until now has been one of the most politically outspoken commentators at ESPN, seemed to back away from the idea of forcing politics into the sports discussion. Jones said: How “giant” any of the political controversies Jones has been embroiled in is certainly open to debate. No, he isn’t Jemele Hill, who has called the president and his staff white supremacists and seems intent on wading into every non-sports related issue under the sun. However, his lack of major controversy is not for lack of trying. Jones once said that Tim Tebow’s success on the baseball field makes him “hate coming to work.” Presumably, because Jones ultimately feels Tebow’s baseball career is a fool’s errand. Which is fine, a lot of people feel that way. However, Jones also called the Eagles bringing Tebow in for a workout a “ridiculous and foolish idea.” So, does Jones approve of any of Tebow’s attempts to play sports? Or is it Tebow himself, that he doesn’t approve of? Jones also said, regarding criticism of Panthers QB Cam Newton, that the “simple reality” is that “the country does not like black people very much.” The ESPN personality also once wore a “Caucasians” t-shirt on camera to protest the Cleveland Indians use of “Chief Wahoo.” In addition, Jones advocated for popular white athletes like Tom Brady to speak out on social issues to increase the chances for “change.” Therefore, regardless of how succ... Link to the full article to read more