Legendary Bears Coach Mike Ditka Passes Away at 86 | Los Angeles News

Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW! · Oct 10, 2026 · 1m

Mike Ditka, legendary player and coach of the Chicago Bears, has died at the age of 86. Known for leading the Bears to their Super Bowl XX victory and transforming the team into a dominant force in the 1980s, Ditka's impact on football is profound. He played six seasons with the Bears before coaching them to over a hundred wins, including a memorable 1985 season. Beyond his records, Ditka was a strong advocate for retired players. His passing is a significant loss for the Chicago sports www.TheDailyNewsNow.com This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting and…