Packers to honor Mike Ditka with moment of silence against Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 2:47 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Green Bay Packers will host the Chicago Bears on October 15, 2026, just two days after the passing of legendary coach Mike Ditka. As a tribute, the Packers will hold a moment of silence prior to the game. The team acknowledged Ditka's fierce competitive spirit and significant role in the historic Packers-Bears rivalry, which he helped define during his tenure as head coach of the Bears. Ditka held a 15-5 record against the Packers, contributing to the intense nature of this storied matchup.
- •Packers host Bears on October 15, 2026.
- •Moment of silence honors Mike Ditka's legacy.
- •Ditka's record vs. Packers was 15-5 as head coach.
- •Packers-Bears rivalry is the oldest in pro football.
- •Ditka's contributions to the game are recognized by the Packers.
- 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — Packers will honor Mike Ditka with a moment of silence before Sunday's game vs. Bears
"The Packers will host the Bears on Sunday, two days after the passing of legendary coach Mike Ditka.
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