Retired NFL player Charles Tillman is now an FBI agent
After a successful sporting career, retired National Football League (NFL) player Charles Tillman has chosen an unprecedented path — becoming an FBI agent.
Reports state that the legendary Chicago Bears cornerback is ready to face "dangerous criminals" and terrorists and has officially become an FBI agent after graduating from the federal organization's rigorous training academy last year, according to the Chicago Tribune.
The 38-year-old is currently in a probationary period, which will continue till 2020. Reports state that the FBI generally gives new agents at least two years to learn the workings of the bureau before being placed in the field.
“Each special agent must have the knowledge, skills, commitment, and fortitude to investigate terrorists, spies, and a raft of dangerous criminals — all while wielding their law enforcement powers with compassion for those they encounter and respect for the U.S. Constitution and the laws they enforce,” FBI's website says describing the training program, which lasts till about 20 weeks.