Legendary coach, Hall of Fame tight end Mike Ditka dies at age 86

A local news story from Pennsylvania, reported by WTAE Pittsburgh.

Local News · Pennsylvania · October 9, 2026

From WTAE Pittsburgh

Mike Ditka, a legendary tight end in the NFL and the former head coach of the 1985 Super Bowl-winning Chicago Bears, has died at 86.

Reported by WTAE Pittsburgh, October 9, 2026. Read the full story at WTAE Pittsburgh →

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