Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael dies at 67 after battle with ALS
- Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve McMichael begins hospice care on Wednesday due to his battle with ALS.
- He recently experienced significant health issues requiring hospitalization.
- Doctors diagnosed his ALS condition, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, in January 2021.
- His wife, Misty McMichael, reported ALS "has attacked all his organs except his heart."
- This transition to hospice follows his 2024 induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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NFL Legend Passes Away At 67
Pro football Hall of Famer Steve “Mongo” McMichael, a legendary member of the 1985 Chicago Bears Super Bowl-winning team, has passed away after a battle with ALS. The defensive tackle, who ranks second in franchise history with 92.5 sacks, was 67. McMichael was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2024 but unable to attend the enshrinement due to his ALS battle. The NFL is heartbroken to hear of the passing of Super Bowl champion and Hall of Famer…
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