Dear Calvin Johnson: Charles Tillman's Open Letter to Megatron | NFL Films Presents

[@aishikpalit6509]

Real recognizes Real

[@alexlanderos5299]

Aishik Palit that's some gay instagram highlight reel stuff right there

[@Obamafan6861]

Oh grow up.

[@alexlanderos5299]

^to me? I just say that cuz this is a great relationship and im all in the moment about it, but then i see this bullshit. This usually goes along with a thousand fire emojis and a few wet emojis. He's trying to be cool and it pissed me off

[@disappointedknicksfan5042]

Alex Landeros ? There are no fire or 'wet' emojis. 'gay Instagram highlight reel stuff' What does that even mean?

[@alexlanderos5299]

Disappointed Knick's Fan it goes along with rap remixes, have you never seen these?

[@jampalp]

Charles is correct when he says the NFL just won't be the same without Calvin

[@v.u.e.pointtv640]

Yes indeed

[@192OOIDJJ3]

Miss those days.

[@Loganbub]

canineee tuff I miss watching him so much. He was the only redeeming quality in being a Lions fan

[@Lufo8145]

Pouch King ikr bro so sad He is not in the NFL anymore 😔

[@lillemon1873]

Nah we got julio he’s better anyways

[@Mikemal1945]

Peanut's voice is hella chill. Read me a story papa

[@salamanca1954]

Peanut could do tv or radio as a second career

[@SocratesSodiumJr]

@@salamanca1954 now he Is an FBI agent lol

[@DingProductions]

@@SocratesSodiumJr really? thats awesome

[@SocratesSodiumJr]

@@DingProductions ya look it up he is 🐐

[@DingProductions]

@@SocratesSodiumJr cool.

[@thepegboys]

One word for this: Amazing.

[@renanlinard7]

Word!!!

[@georgemorgan6088]

2 words absolutely amazing

[@aricjackson9171]

I was the 1.3rd thousand to like ur comment

[@soccerwizard975]

I'M NOT CRYING, YOU'RE CRYING

[@lightskamaraaction4687]

I ain't dough....

[@bradfahley4469]

Kyle yeah your a human

[@bsoular11]

What a classy thing to do. We need more of that in the world.

[@lightskamaraaction4687]

Brady and class don't fit in one sentence

[@IAmAMeateater]

@@lightskamaraaction4687lol you don’t pay much attention then. Just a biased hater

[@BobTheMMACat]

I'm mad because Calvin didn't get to enjoy at least one playoff win.

[@zakoryus]

him and Barry both screwed by the lions

[@TheSoundwave92]

+Zuhkory absolutely. I wish that the Lions organization tried creating more talent around the both of them but it became evident that both Barry and Calvin's love of the game began to evaporate the longer they played and never made it to the playoffs (Barry atleast made came close afew times) but it obvious that they both were never making it sadly. I would do alot to see Megatron make a one last run with a different team to get a Superbowl under his belt because he deserves to be in the HOF. Unfortunately, the Lions already have his rights so he ain't being anything but a Detriot Lion.

[@megatroncalvin1866]

TheSoundwave92 fuck you. There is no other team then the Detroit lions that Calvin would be with. Look at our success this year. Imagine, if he stayed antihero year.

[@megatroncalvin1866]

Another

[@Seamorehoffman789]

Megatron Calvin he'd love to win a super bowl more then playing on a team that has never seen a super bowl

[@gotmut7871]

I will miss both of these guys... Good luck in retirement#

[@gotmut7871]

!*

[@charlesmin7764]

From a Bears fan to Megatron - Thank you for all the great games!

[@MattPawlowski]

I could say the same back to Peanut. Loved his knack for the ball and humbleness.

[@NothingGangProd]

Who's cutting all these onions?!?!

[@Thomas-xe3ce]

That's not onions, it's soy. Men don't cry over a game.

[@noodlegrannybill]

@@Thomas-xe3ce we got hard boy #1 here

[@hammondswiss247]

Thomas god you’re pretentious

[@SweetPea2022]

@NothingGandProd Love your comment 😂😂

[@droland3949]

@@Thomas-xe3ce wow this is a cringe reply.

[@tamalmeda]

It's 2019, and I'm naming the divas we have right now. SMH... Megatron and Larry are the REAL example of football players. All talent, no talk!

[@ili-samiam-ili3515]

Donald driver as well.

[@mauriciog04]

Julio and hopkins are also class acts, AB and Odell are not the whole NFL

[@bucky90269]

Andre Johnson, Roddy White, and Torry Holt

[@dustinbuchholz4906]

Aj green?

[@jonnyhan]

Mike Evans. You will never hear a word from him. And agreed on Julio and Hopkins as well.

[@sldffas9957]

That's real shit. Takes the best to bring the best out of you.

[@farakhhanif]

This reminds me of a story about how Peyton Manning used to write handwritten letters to players he admired who had just retired thanking them for their contribution to the game of football... This was great to watch and listen to!

[@Bowling900Series]

Am I the only one who can watch this over and over again and not find it boring?

[@Hummabubba]

I've watched it 4 times in the past couple days. Gonna watch it again I think.

[@jassemdawod564]

I watched this about 9 times already

[@blizzdog3881]

Love it when a high quality player is showing respect for his opponent 👍

[@TitleistGuy]

Lions fan here..... That was a really classy and cool thing of Peanut to do. Both players were great. And will be missed. Real examples of how the game should be played. Best wishes and health to both in retirement.

[@teylerfrasier649]

that was heartwarming.

[@RedX165]

Tillman and Calvin are both class acts. Nothing like those ignorant packer players...

[@theseveregamer4915]

RedX165 Bears fan much?

[@zackupchurch2395]

RedX165 mad?

[@disappointedknicksfan5042]

RedX165 Ignorant Packer players? Who, Brett Favre?

[@AntonRobert-tk8vg]

al harris was the dirtiest corner ive ever seen i reckon hahahaha

[@justinbehlke5966]

Joe Mama does that make Charles Woodson tramon Williams Sam shields mike McKenzie nick collins Darren sharper all dirty as well. Or what about clay Matthews aj hawk nick Barnett Desmond Bishop Blake Martinez Cullen Jenkins Ryan Pickett mike Daniels bj raji Kenny Clark. All class acts, all great defensive players for the pack

[@brycewilson1909]

this still rings true to this day!! thank you Peanut, and thank you Megatron.

[@dr.j5642]

Calvin''s most underrated skill was his character. He never made any noise, and all he ever did was play hard, every snap. In a world of Antonio Browns and Odell Beckhams (and yesteryear divas such as Rice, Moss, and T Owens), Calvin is proving himself to be the rarest receiver to ever live.

[@SonofHsu16]

calion 9 Rice was far from a diva if you ever heard stories about him in the locker he had just the same competitive spirit and character as Johnson

[@eclectica1]

You don't hear much out of Julio Jones either.

[@LTG22]

Wait did you just say Rice? as in Jerry Rice? you must have meant Ray Rice or Seniore Rice. Jerry Rice was the mold that made receivers including Calvin. Jerry Had enormous character and was extraordinarily humble. Go wash your mouth out.

[@eugene664]

@@eclectica1 yea cuz he never makes it on the end zone

[@howardbanks1223]

Marvin Harrison.

[@ethan9756]

Sad to see one of last receivers that wasn't a prima Donna go. He played the game humble, with passion, and the way it was supposed to be played. Thank you Calvin.

[@mvrmvp]

PRIMITIVE Larry is still ballin

[@stevenweech8888]

PRIMITIVE Julio still ballin

[@TanNguyen510]

AJ green still in his prime g

[@JackRule16]

We still have Larry Julio and AJ

[@Akaya7777]

Deandre

[@eaglesrj7685]

this made me tear up

[@Trepur349]

I doubly cried during this. Partly because it was so heartwarming, partially because it again reminds me of how my team wasted yet another once in a generation talent.

[@Jacob-pz4ku]

Ray Perez I didn’t cry but I got goosebumps

[@Hummabubba]

1. God damn, Charles Tillman has a calming voice, like damn, he needs to do audiobooks and 2. FUCK THAT WAS EMOTIONAL

[@JamesFuller1]

By far one of my most favorite videos to watch in a long long time.

[@kyledabearsfan]

Im a massive Charles Tillman fan, gotta love the dude. The respect. This was my favorite matchup growing up. Was fantastic. 2 absolute beasts. This is one of the realest monologues ever. Absolutely true, Johnson was truly unique and my opinion the best WR ever. He deserves every accolade. If anybody knows what its like being a beast on a team that couldnt win, they couldnt have picked a better example than Peanut.

[@mcfcDJ51]

Didn’t know this would bring a tear to my eye. Such a humble dude with immense talent.

[@detroitfan9596]

This is awesome! I respect Charles Tillman. Only Bear I liked

[@sparklegirl2427]

Ryan Palmer you don't like William perry? Richard Dent? Mike Ditka? No other bears?

[@bonnorbassidy8198]

SparkleGirl Walter Peyton

[@sparklegirl2427]

connor Cassidy yeah I forgot him

[@detroitfan9596]

I also respect Ditka and Payton

[@Bakron97]

assuming he meant modern bears

[@denzelgamboa]

I got goosebumps from this. The NFL will miss you both, Peanut and Megatron

[@wilson4]

one of my comfort videos

[@ClimaxcraftBro]

I miss both of these players

[@Thelowestofthelowtiers]

Dear Calvin, On the behalf of my city,we're sorry we screwed you over during and after your career. Still,I'm glad to have seen you play for 4 seasons before you retired. I enjoyed seeing you bail out my team every Sunday. I'm very glad you inspired our QB to do better after you left. You're a freak of nature,and I'm glad that you were part of the team I,for some reason,support still to this very day. God bless you,Megatron. -Me,a Detroit Lions/Tamba Bay Bucs fan

[@dorastalkfleet1408]

Everything Charles Tillman said here about Calvin Johnson could be said about him, too. He's a class act. Always wished I could meet him.

[@abrahimtaha8269]

Why do all the godly players go to detroit, im jealous af. Herman moore, Barry Sanders, now Calvin? Woww.

[@itisonlyaplant]

Because we always get the first round pick!

[@abrahimtaha8269]

god bless

[@rockykordei2850]

lmao good one

[@mcdonaldswarfare3]

Abrahim Taha yea im a lions fan but honestly its too bad their talent was wasted on such a crappy team

[@danielfrancis7798]

Abrahim Taha Then again, they've never won a super bowl and the last championship they won was 1957 and are the only team to go 0-16 (although they could be joined by the Browns by the end of the year) so it's only fair.

[@Pariah_Larry]

Two class acts. Two legends. Stay classy Calvin. Amazing letter by peanut!

[@BLACKLACDTS]

Best Receiver I saw in my lifetime..

[@andreasvogelsang8593]

That's hands down one of the best and most respectful letters i heard in my life man. Strong words from peanut to one of the best that ever played the game 🙏

[@sparklegirl2427]

I'm suprised no one was talking peanut Tillman retiring

[@hallokity123]

SparkleGirl He was a scrub

[@StrUpSavage]

McKaylee lyx you're dumb

[@TK-qg5tf]

why so salty dude? like to see proof of you doing 0.1% of what these two great men did in their life time.

[@kentwicks1026]

Peanut was a hall of famer in my eyes, just as Calvin was too

[@scottb3034]

@@hallokity123 A "scrub" that was the only one to play Calvin effectively and threaten his bid for most receiving yards in a season and is 6th all-time in FF, the highest DB on the list and the only non-pass rusher in the top 10.

[@racks_city_9154]

Congrats on your 2021 HOF Megatron!

[@Rowgue51]

That was always such a fun matchup to watch. Probably the best physical receiver ever going up against probably the best physical corner ever. Every inch was fought for tooth and nail by both guys, and each of them had their victories. And you couldn't find two other guys that played the game more like it's supposed to be played. Nothing but respect for the opponent and the game. Just making plays and going back to the huddle.

[@kevinwelch160]

Thank Peanut Tillman for the greatness you brought to the field!

[@liammancini25]

Thank you Calvin! you made the Lions bearable to watch.

[@martinhogan9745]

This video is awesome! He couldn't have made it much better.

[@Calvertron]

Unpopular opinion, Calvin Johnson is the greatest WR of all time. Jerry Rice has the rings and stats, but I never saw Rice do the things that CJ did on sunday. The man was simply, unstoppable.

[@wilson4]

everybody loves Calvin Johnson, it’s just that simple. Great video.

[@andrejohnson5928]

Salute. From a real bears fan. U were and are a monster.

[@larrymcmillanjr.4001]

Makes you appreciate CJ that much more now that he's not out there on Sundays.. Great video. Much respect to Peanut as well....

[@Quincyuploads]

This Felt Wholesome & Real

[@TheWINGCHO]

Congrats on making it to the HoF Megatron! First ballot and deserving of it. Like Barry before you, your talents were wasted in Detroit, but we sure got a show and respect your efforts and game.

[@RYNGIN]

Love the respect. ❤❤❤

[@DanielReyes-xy9vf]

Did I just feel emotions?

[@guccimane9644]

A beautiful tribute to a true NFL icon and representation of legacy. As a Lions fan, I was won over by your character - reserved, humble, kind. You were the reason I made sure to catch every game in those seasons. Cheers Megatron :)

[@maxrobo4822]

Players like Calvin and peanut are what make and keep the game so great

[@ypyt13]

Peanut Tillman one of the best cornerbacks to play the game. and Megatron one of the best Wrs to ever play. its so sad but awesome to hear a warrior of the field to make a video to another warrior telling him how much he misses battling you year in and year out. Thats true respect from one Warrior to another Warrior.

[@seanmics9537]

I’ve been a lions fan my whole life this made me tear up, the goat Calvin Johnson

[@mookie756]

This! This letter! THIS is why football is America's sport! THIS is why we love this game and its players!!

[@atrholiday2889]

Damn. I've been a Lions fan forever and have watched a whole lot of Megatron, and somehow I find a video like this makes me respect him even more

[@agdryicecleaning9425]

More players should do this. Great Job man!

[@petev23]

This was so beautifully done

[@MarioFlores-mj1xg]

A man will cry, this is the most beautiful thing i hace ver seen

[@duckman23]

As a bears fan he crushed me plenty of times man that dude was bad. Much props for peanut it takes a man to do that and that's cool to salute him like that

[@bbyrd0219]

Tillman is such a class act! Loved both of these guys and so sad to see them go!

[@faithfamilyandfellowshipol9636]

My reaction might be late but I'm a Big Bear fan and this rivalry was one of the Best, much respect to both players👍🐹🆙

[@3vo310]

That was dope. Coming from a Packers fan.

[@evanpeters7594]

Game recognizes Game

[@EbizzerHH]

Goosebumps... what an amazing tribute! Thanks Peanut!!!

[@chiefadam605]

The respect was palpable! Idk why Johnson isn't talked about in the GOAT receiver conversation! I also respect him for leaving on his own terms, as Tillman stated. Short career, healthy mind and body.

[@everyonewasstealingmynamea919]

Wow these catches made me smile! Amazing

[@shaayaellis1436]

This. Is. Beautiful.

[@juniorgasner2492]

I tell u folks ive never seen a reciver in my lifetime with more god given ability than calvin Johnson

[@calvin5541]

Best receiver of all time, even better man👌🏻🔥much respect

[@MrTrininick098]

Two guys who knew what game was about, it's a teacher if you recognize the lesson. It's about others and not self, what you do make other's better. Both guys are grown men, much respect.

[@odellbeckham765]

This was beautiful. This is what football is about

[@pat1264]

I will never forget the peanut punch and I will never forget Calvin Johnsons mossing ability.

[@XndrTheGreat]

This was amazing. Gave me chills

[@jettsasser]

we miss both of you

[@AleisterMeowley]

Every player came to Megatron with respect. Every single one.

[@cobykerr8940]

Reminds me of Barry was so clearly most gifted and freakish player on the field but if you talked to him you wouldn’t even know he’s a superstar because they know actions speak louder than any word than can be spoken

[@jc-xo8yd]

The greatest

[@bryantbrito2467]

Gave me the chills. 2 of the best athletes this league has ever seen

[@mikehudgins5764]

Peanut, always was & always will be a a man with true class! We sure do miss you brother, much love!

[@TheGrowBros]

It is the biggest tragedy in NFL history that we didn't even get half the amount of Calvin Johnson that we should have got!!

[@jacobcurrie9033]

Came back to watch this in November 2020, basking in the afterglow of Calvin's career, before he is further immortalised in Canton, Ohio. He is everything a wide receiver should strive to be, and defined the modern-era model along with Larry Fitzgerald and Julio Jones; humble greats who never complained about the losses, but fight their hardest for every win. They never made 'em like Megatron.

[@talibanyAK47]

Damn I’m going to miss you Charles Tillman, and all the great games you and Calvin had!!

[@gqskrub]

Can't wait to see Megatron's letter to Peanut. LOL

[@henrylinares19]

this was honestly beautiful

[@terrybleterry]

Gave me chills. Much respect to Agent Peanut!!!

[@TumTumMac24]

Really trying to figure out why 63 dislike this video. How does a man show respect of this level get disrespected like that? Bears fans, Packers fans, Lions fans, Vikings fans all know the truth about these two players...

[@roccovb5377]

Megatron, my favorite player. So humble and that god given talent, goddamn.

[@damn.1672]

This deserves an award, I honestly cried. I am not ashamed.

[@bookiemane407]

What a great letter from one great to another. Some guys are in it for the money and some for the love of the game. If you love the game money always comes to those that strive for greatness. This is an example. Lions fans just wish they had more guys like that on some of those teams.

[@MisterLaJoye]

What a battle these two would have. Sad to see two of the greats gone, but glad I got to see them play each other. Awesome video!

[@The1960killer]

I'm a lions fan and all I can do is thank Calvin. Thanks for what you did for the franchise, for the city, and for the fans.

[@joeheadrick9222]

Two of my favorites

[@djames6043]

The 64 dislikes are all from the corners and safeties that Megatron destroyed

[@darylm.stephens9603]

That was an awesome vid way to go Charles God bless you too! It's always good to hear positive and sincere words . thanks we need more!

[@PierreMiller6180gunsnrosesacdc]

wow... that was awesome...

[@DarthJJ]

Brought a tear. Mad respect and love for both of these great men

[@sakawatjibran3633]

Calvin is the best no questions asked. Sincerely an Odell super fan

[@dvcadigital]

Made me proud to tell people I was a Lions fan for those years. I will always be proud but I was excited every Sunday for this man!

[@swatisquantum]

What an original idea! Love it!! Made me a bit teary eyed seeing the respek on CJ’s name.

[@jeweljefferson6394]

The best receiver that I had ever seen in my lifetime and I'm 38 years old. I never seen a receiver with so much God giving talent too bad it was wasted on my Detroit Lions. It was a honor watching you man the best receiver of my generation facts!!