Mike Ditka, Super Bowl-winning coach, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, who led the Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl victory in 1986, has died at age 86. He was a player and coach for the Bears.
Why it matters
Ditka's legacy as a Bears coach and player impacts the team's history and fan memory.
coached bears to super bowl xx
Ditka guided the Bears to a Super Bowl XX title in 1986, the team's first championship in 25 years.
played for bears in 1960s
He was a key player for the Bears during the 1960s, helping the team reach the 1963 NFL championship game.
Common questions
what position did ditka play?
He was a linebacker for the Bears in the 1960s.
Sources
- Super Bowl-winning player and coach Ditka dies aged 86 BBC Sport · bbc.co.uk
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