Legendary Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve “Mongo” McMichael has died following a battle with ALS. He was 67.
His passing was announced Wednesday evening by Jarrett Payton, the son of McMichael’s former teammate, Walter Payton, who wrote on X: “With deep sorrow, I share that Steve McMichael passed at 5:28 PM after a brave fight with ALS, surrounded by loved ones.
“I’m grateful to have been with him in his final moments. Please keep Steve and his family [in] your prayers,” he concluded.
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