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Mike Ditka, Hall of Fame tight end and Bears coach, dies at 86

The Pennsylvania native became one of the greatest tight ends in NFL history after signing with Chicago as a first-round pick in 1961.

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Legendary NFL player, coach, analyst Mike Ditka passes away at 86

Mike Ditka passed away on Friday after an incomparable career in football. The Pennsylvania native and Pittsburgh alum was a first-round pick in the 1961 NFL and AFL drafts. He signed with the Chicago Bears and quickly became one of the greatest tight ends ever. He earned five consecutive Pro Bowl appearances in his first…

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