George Halas helped shape the NFL as co-founder, longtime Bears owner, and four-time head coach. This week, headlines tie him to the sport’s legacy as news of Mike Ditka’s death circulates, underscoring Halas’s enduring influence.
Mike Ditka, Hall of Fame tight end and legendary Bears coach, has died at age 86. The announcements come from his family and from Jarrett Payton on air, with tributes highlighting his impact on the game, the Bears’ 1985 team, and his broader influence on football and popular culture.