Steve McMichael, Chicago Bears legend and Super Bowl champion, dies at 67

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Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve "Mongo" McMichael died on Wednesday after a long battle with ALS.

McMichael, 67, had been transferred to hospice care earlier in the day and was taken off a ventilator.

He had been diagnosed with ALS in 2021.

McMichael played 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears. They signed him as a free agent in 1981 after he spent his rookie season with the New England Patriots. McMichael ended his NFL career by playing one season with the Green Bay Packers.

A larger-than-life person and character, McMichael turned to the world of pro wrestling following football. He had a successful run in World Championship Wrestling.

McMichael's death was announced on Twitter by Jarrett Payton, son of the late Chicago Bears running back Walter Payton.

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 your prayers. #Bears

— Jarrett Payton (@paytonsun) April 23, 2025

There was a flurry of reaction on social media after McMichael's death was announced.

Statement from Betsy Shepherd, Steve McMichael's longtime agent regarding Mongo's passing just before 6 p.m. tonight. pic.twitter.com/rx4o6Q820i

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) April 23, 2025

The World Just Lost The Incredible Steve “Mongo” McMichael! He Was My Best Friend Through It All! An Amazing Athlete And Human Being! I Have The Fondest Memories Working With Him, And This Is An Extremely Heartbreaking Loss For Me! I Love You Mongo! You Fought One Hell Of A… pic.twitter.com/yq2YHfWKmf

— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) April 23, 2025

The NFL is heartbroken to hear of the passing of Super Bowl champion and Hall of Famer Steve McMichael after a brave battle with ALS.

Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/ENXTqfoqQk

— NFL (@NFL) April 23, 2025

My brother, #SteveMcMichael, has ascended into heaven. ️ Thank you for your support and prayers. #TeamMongo#MongoStrong#SteveMongoMcMichaelpic.twitter.com/1ECNPu7pMe

— Ms McMichael (@bluebutterflysm) April 23, 2025

"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."

Rest in peace, Steve "Mongo" McMichael. pic.twitter.com/3G96bfMJZD

— CHGO Bears (@CHGO_Bears) April 23, 2025

Super Sky Point to Steve McMichael. A Chicago icon and courageous son of a bitch. Many are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame but only one can say he was also in the Four Horsemen. Teammates with Walter Payton AND Ric Flair? That’s a legacy. St. Peter, flash the four fingers. #RIPpic.twitter.com/Prs4X3c0LN

— Super 70s Sports (@Super70sSports) April 23, 2025

AEW and the wrestling world mourns the passing of pro wrestler and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Steve “Mongo” McMichael. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. pic.twitter.com/fC2IzmsDVV

— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) April 23, 2025

I will never forget watching Steve McMichael at #Bears training camp in the early 90’s, treating every rep like it was the Super Bowl.

He was larger than life, always the biggest personality in rooms filled with them.

I’m so glad he lived to see the Hall of Fame, where his… pic.twitter.com/CwIZ6e109t

— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) April 23, 2025

From Texas to Chicago and everywhere in between, the man was larger than life.

5x All Pro honoree, SB Champion, Pro & College Hall of Famer, the Four Horsemen, etc.

There will never be another Steve McMichael. Thank you, Mongo. #DaBearspic.twitter.com/KU9ZGIEcxf

— Mike Zimmelman (@MZimmel) April 23, 2025

It’s not hyperbole to say Steve McMichael was actually the most timeless symbol of the ‘85 Bears brilliance. He was tenacious and hard nosed. A pugilist on the football field, who created the space for his legendary LB unit to destroy offenses. He was eventually a CFB & Pro… pic.twitter.com/rxG0QWIiMT

— Damon Amendolara (@DamonAmendo) April 23, 2025

REST IN PEACE: Steve "Mongo" McMichael, who had been battling ALS for the last three years, has passed away at 67. What we know: https://t.co/msS4qTJ0IRpic.twitter.com/QCpst2mCFr

— FOX 32 News (@fox32news) April 23, 2025

This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: NFL Hall of Fame legend Steve McMichael dies at 67

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