Mike Ditka: Quick Facts
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Facts
| Also Known As | Michael Keller Ditka • Iron Mike |
|---|---|
| Born | October 18, 1939 • Pennsylvania |
| Died | October 9, 2026 (aged 86) |
| Awards And Honors | Super Bowl • Pro Football Hall of Fame (1988) • Pro Football Hall of Fame (inducted 1988) • 1 NFL championship • 1 Super Bowl championship • 2 All-Pro selections • 5 Pro Bowl selections |
| Education | University of Pittsburgh |
| Height/Weight | 6 ft 3 inches, 228 lb (1.90 m, 103 kg) |
| Position | tight end |
| Jersey Number | 98 (Philadelphia Eagles, 1967) • 89 (Philadelphia Eagles, 1968) • 89 (Chicago Bears, 1961–1966) • 89 (Dallas Cowboys, 1969–1972) |
| Draft | Drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round (fifth overall) of the 1961 NFL draft and by the Houston Oilers in the first round (eighth overall) of the 1961 AFL draft. |
| Games Played | 158 |
| Receptions | 427 |
| Touchdowns | 43 |
| Yards Gained By Passing | 5812 |
| Yards Per Reception | 13.6 |
Top Questions
When was Mike Ditka born?
Mike Ditka was born on October 18, 1939, in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, United States.
What college did Mike Ditka attend?
Mike Ditka attended the University of Pittsburgh.
How many Super Bowls did Mike Ditka win?
Mike Ditka won one Super Bowl championship.
What position did Mike Ditka play?
Mike Ditka played tight end.
How many times was Mike Ditka selected to the Pro Bowl?
Mike Ditka was selected to the Pro Bowl five times.
When was Mike Ditka inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Mike Ditka was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1988.
How tall was Mike Ditka?
Mike Ditka was 6 ft 3 inches, 228 lb (1.90 m, 103 kg).
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