Xavier Tillman Sr. probably feels like a new man. He has lost 12 pounds, and his knee is now healthy. The latter was a problem that plagued him last season, compromising his ability to contribute.
"My knee would have days where it would just swell up into a balloon after I'd have one scrimmage," said Tillman during training camp. "I knew consistency-wise, I could be there to support, but as far as my actual play, I couldn't do everything that I wanted to do. So, last year was difficult in that aspect."
Throughout his career, the five-year veteran has proven dependable.