Jordan Spieth was labled an "Icon" by Time Magazine as part of it's 100 Most Influential People in the World.
The list of 100 was divided into five categories: Icons, Pioneers, Titans, Artists and Leaders. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo penned a brief tribute to the Dallas-born Spieth:
"Jordan Spieth exemplifies everything that’s great about sports. We want our heroes to stand up to every challenge and deliver over and over again. And because we care so much about their performances, we often give them a pass in the rest of their lives.