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 tough, gruff demeanor Ditka built career as TV personality after retirement Mike Ditka, who won NFL titles as a player and coach with the Chicago Bears, 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,” the family said. “While the world knew Mike as a Hall of Fame football…