Bears wear No. 89 helmet decals to honor Mike Ditka against Packers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
During their game against the Green Bay Packers on October 11, 2026, the Chicago Bears are wearing special No. 89 decals on their helmets. This tribute honors franchise legend Mike Ditka, who passed away on October 9 at the age of 86. Ditka was a Hall of Fame tight end for the Bears in the 1960s and a celebrated coach leading them to a Super Bowl title in 1985. The display aims to recognize Ditka's significant contributions to the team and his lasting legacy within the NFL.
- •Bears honor Mike Ditka with No. 89 decals on helmets.
- •Ditka died on October 9, 2026, at age 86.
- •He was a Hall of Fame tight end and coach.
- •Ditka led the Bears to the 1985 Super Bowl title.
- •The game against the Packers is ongoing.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Why are the Bears wearing the number 89 on their helmets on Sunday?
"Here's why the Bears have broken out a special No. 89 on their helmets against the Packers.
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