"Bears cornerback Charles Tillman, Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers and Ravens center Matt Birk are finalists for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award.

The award will be presented Feb. 4 in Indianapolis, when The Associated Press announces the winners of its annual NFL honors, including Most Valuable Player.

The only league award that recognizes a player's community service as well as his playing excellence, the Walter Payton winner will have a $20,000 donation made in his name to his favorite charity."