What happened: The New Orleans Saints organization formally mourned the death of NFL icon Mike Ditka on Friday. Ditka passed away at the age of 86.

Why it matters: Ditka leaves behind a legendary legacy across the sport as a Hall of Fame player and head coach. His death prompted an immediate outpouring of tributes from franchises around the league.

What to watch: Memorial plans and further tributes from around the NFL are expected in the coming days.