Defensive player for the Arizona Cardinals who, in response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, abandoned his professional sports career and enlisted in the United States Army. He died in combat in Afghanistan by friendly fire. Tillman was posthumously promoted to the enlisted rank of Corporal and awarded the Silver Star. Official Wilson NFL football signed in felt tip on the white side panels by over fifty members of the 1998 Arizona Cardinals. Signers include: Pat Tillman (rookie signature), Frank Sanders, Stoney Case, Lomas Brown, Jake Plummer, Simeon Rice, Larry Centers, and Aeneas Williams. In fine condition, with most signatures a trivial shade light, but completely legible against white background. Auction LOA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
