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Mike Ditka, former Chicago Bears coach, dies at age 86

Updated 2026-10-10 · told from many outlets at once

Mike Ditka, an 86-year-old former NFL coach, died on Friday. He led the 1985 Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl title and coached them to victory in the 1986 Super Bowl. He was enshrined in both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame.

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