# Mike Ditka Dies at 86

> Legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka, who led the team to its only Super Bowl victory, has died at age 86.
- Title: Mike Ditka Dies at 86 · New York Post | Shortify
- Summary: Legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka, who led the team to its only Super Bowl victory, has died at age 86. Mike Ditka, the legendary Chicago Bears coach…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/09/sports/mike-ditka-legendary-bears-coach-dead-at-86
- Published: 2026-10-09T15:13:47+00:00
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## Mike Ditka
Legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka has passed away at 86 years old.
## Super Bowl XX Victory
Ditka famously led the Bears to the only Super Bowl in franchise history in 1986 with a dominant 46 defense.
## Legacy
The team has lived on in Chicago and NFL lore thanks to the cocky and outgoing personalities of the players.
## Key takeaway

Mike Ditka, the legendary Chicago Bears coach who led the team to its only Super Bowl win in 1986, died at 86.