Pat Tillman legacy continues 22 years after death

Twenty-two years after his death in Afghanistan, the legacy of Pat Tillman continues to influence millions. Tillman, a former Arizona State University linebacker and NFL player for the Arizona Cardinals, left his professional football career to serve as a U.S. Army Ranger following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

Tillman was killed by friendly fire while serving in Afghanistan. His athletic achievements include being named the 1997 Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year and his 2010 induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.

In his memory, the Pat Tillman Foundation was established to support veterans, active service members, and their dependents through scholarships and community service initiatives.