Oct 9, 2009
Bill Belichick and Pat Tillman
Before he was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan, former NFL player Pat Tillman received a letter from Bill Belichick.
While Tillman's death isn't any more significant than any other soldier killed in Iraq or Afghanistan, sacrificing his pro career to enlist did set him apart from other players. Also, this isn't the Belichick you usually hear about, huh?
Via BarstoolSports
In the last conversation Tillman had with Bauer, he told his agent, "You won't believe the letter I got from Bill Belichick.'' In the letter, Belichick praised him for his courage, his leadership, his willingness to set an example for people in this materialistic society, and he said it was an honor to be in the same league he'd been in.
While Tillman's death isn't any more significant than any other soldier killed in Iraq or Afghanistan, sacrificing his pro career to enlist did set him apart from other players. Also, this isn't the Belichick you usually hear about, huh?
Via BarstoolSports
I had no idea about that Aaron. Great find for information, also showing the kinder side of Belichick. Thanks.
Have you checked out Jon Krakauer’s new book on Tillman? Great read.
I didn’t realize it was out yet, but I’m looking forward to it.