Chicago Cubs Make Heartfelt Post for Legendary Coach Mike Ditka After Sad News

NFL.com wrote (about the sad Ditka news):

“A flat-topped freight train from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, Mike Ditka became a Chicago sports icon. He was a tight end made of iron, a rumbling wrecking ball who cemented himself as one of the greatest at his position in NFL chronicle. Years later, he returned to the Second City as a coach; a slick-haired, thick-‘stached leader of men who was at the forefront of a 1985 Bears Super Bowl triumph that stands as one of the most heralded seasons in league history.”

Following the wake of the really sad news across the world of sports, the Chicago Cubs made a heartfelt post for coach Mike Ditka, who will always be revered in Chicago.

More MLB on Heavy: New York Yankees 3-Year Player Makes Sudden Decision About Future

The Chicago Cubs made the following post (about Mike Ditka):

“We join the Bears and the city of Chicago in remembering the legendary Mike Ditka. Thank you for the memories, Coach.”

Mike Ditka embodied the spirit of Chicago and will be deeply missed.

A legendary coach and player, and an even more legendary person who had a profound impact on many whom he came across.

More MLB on Heavy: Ozzie Albies Bids Farewell to Atlanta Braves 2026 Season in Heartfelt Post

GettyWASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 18: Pro Football Hall of Fame player and coach Mike Ditka (2nd R) testifes during a hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee with (L-R) NFL Players Association Executive Director Gene Upshaw, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and Pro Football Hall of Fame player Gale Sayers (R) on Capitol Hill September 18, 2007 in Washington, DC . Former players and league officials appeared before the committee for a hearing on the “NFL Retirement System,” focusing on the current compensation system for retirees with claims of advanced injuries that became symptomatic after retiring from the NFL. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Once the very sad news broke on Friday afternoon, there has been an outpouring of heartwarming reactions to Mike Ditka’s passing.

Here are a handful from those who follow the NFL very closely:

@AdamSchefter: “NFL legend Mike Ditka, who revolutionized the tight end position before becoming the head coach of the world champion 1985 Bears and a towering figure in the city of Chicago, has passed away, his family announced. He was 86.”

TJ French covers the MLB for Heavy. TJ is a graduate of the University of Georgia. He has 2+ years of writing experience. Follow TJ French on X: @tj_french5 More about TJ French