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Mike Ditka, legendary Chicago Bears head coach, dies aged 86

The Guardian Sport · 9 October 2026 at 16:33

Mike Ditka, legendary Chicago Bears head coach, dies aged 86

Hall of Famer led the 1985 Bears to the Super Bowl Coach was known for his fiery persona Mike Ditka, the legendary leader of the Chicago Bears who won a Super Bowl as both an NFL player and coach, has died at 86, his family announced Friday.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Mike Ditka,” his family said in a statement.

“While the world knew Mike as a Hall of Fame football player, legendary coach, and leader of the Chicago Bears’ Super Bowl XX championship team, we knew him as the heart of our family.

Mike will be missed beyond measure and remembered forever.” Continue reading...

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