Guide Note:
Mike Ditka played in the National Football League for 12 seasons between 3 teams. He set Chicago Bears team records for most consecutive games with a reception (49), most receptions by a rookie (56) and most touchdown catches by a rookie (12). He coached the Chicago Bears for 11 seasons, and led them to a Super Bowl win in 1985 over the New England Patriots in a blowout victory, 46-10.
Fast Facts:
- Born October 18, 1939 in Carnegie, Pennsylvania
- Voted rookie of the year in 1961
- Played tight end for the Chicago Bears from 1961-1966
- Played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1967-1968
- Played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1969-1972
- Head coach for the Chicago Bears from 1982-1992