Bears to wear '89' helmet decals honoring Mike Ditka

The tribute follows the iconic coach's passing at age 86.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 9m1 min read

Bears helmets today will have the “89” sticker in memory of Mike Ditka. https://t.co/xaHYH4rfCe Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: The Chicago Bears will wear "89" helmet decals during Sunday's scheduled game against the Green Bay Packers to honor Mike Ditka. The tribute memorializes the Hall of Fame tight end and coach following his recent passing.

Why it matters: Ditka remains synonymous with the franchise's identity, famously guiding the organization to its only Super Bowl title in 1985. The helmet stickers provide a visible, on-field acknowledgment of his lasting legacy during a classic division rivalry matchup.

By the numbers: Chicago enters the contest with a 5-2 record and a two-game winning streak. The Bears are listed as over the 4-3 Packers.

What to watch: Kickoff is scheduled for Sunday. The franchise may announce further plans to celebrate Ditka's contributions to the organization as the season progresses.

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@AdamSchefter 2026-10-11T14:00:18.625187+00:00

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