Mike Ditka has died at the age of 86, according to Chicago sports radio station 104.3 The Score, which reported the news on Friday, Oct. 9.
Ditka became an NFL star as a tight end for the Chicago Bears, Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, winning a Super Bowl with the latter. After retiring from playing in 1972, he began his coaching career with the Cowboys in 1973, winning another championship with the team. He became head coach of the Bears in 1982, winning a Super Bowl in 1985. Ditka was known for his over-the-top temper.
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