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Why Tillman just keeps getting better

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Cornerback Charles Tillman breaks up a pass play in the end zone during the Bears' 13-7 win over the Lions on Monday night at Soldier Field.

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Cornerback Charles Tillman knocks the ball away from Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson in the end zone late in the fourth quarter of the Bears' 13-7 win at Soldier Field on Monday night.

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A lot of NFL players who have been around as long as Charles Tillman accumulate a wealth of knowledge that makes them more effective.The problem is, that after 10 years, the mind and heart may be willing, but the body is no longer able.Tillman is different. “I might not be that 4.43 (in the 40) guy of 10 years ago,” he said. “I might be maybe a 4.5. But I think my technique has gotten better. I think I've gotten a lot smarter. I think I understand the game a lot better than I did a few years ago.”
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    • Cornerback Charles Tillman breaks up a pass play in the end zone during the Bears' 13-7 win over the Lions on Monday night at Soldier Field.
    • Cornerback Charles Tillman knocks the ball away from Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson in the end zone late in the fourth quarter of the Bears’ 13-7 win at Soldier Field on Monday night.
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