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Charles Tillman retires as greatest defensive back in Bears’ history
- Updated: July 19, 2016
8:38 PM ET
CHICAGO — Cornerback Charles Tillman retired from the NFL as arguably the greatest defensive back in Chicago Bears’ team history.
Tillman’s talent transcended schemes. Over 12 years in Chicago, Tillman proved to be one of the NFL’s most well-rounded defenders.
Drafted by the Bears in the second round in 2003, Tillman originally thrived in Greg Blache’s attack style of defense before settling in to Lovie Smith’s zone-oriented Cover 2.
Charles Tillman forced a whopping 42 fumbles in his 12 seasons with the Bears, primarily by punching the ball away from his opponents. Frederick Breedon/Getty Images
Aided by a ferocious pass rush in 2005 and 2006, Tillman played his part to near perfection, helping Chicago build the league’s top-rated defense en route to back-to-back NFC North titles and a trip to Super Bowl XLI. Years later, Tillman tied for the team lead with five interceptions as the Bears advanced to the 2010 NFC Championship Game.
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