Green Bay Packers to Honor Mike Ditka Before Week 5 Game

The Green Bay Packers plan to honor Mike Ditka, a legendary figure in the NFL and a key personality in the Chicago Bears' history, before their Week 5 game.

This gesture comes after Ditka's passing on October 9, and it highlights the longstanding Bears-Packers rivalry, which dates back to 1921. Despite a challenging record of 5-15 against the Bears during Ditka's coaching tenure, the Packers will acknowledge his contributions to the sport.

Before the game at Lambeau Field on October 11, the Packers will hold a moment of silence for Ditka, recognizing his fierce competitiveness and the impact he had on the rivalry. Ditka, who played for the Bears from 1961 to 1966 and later coached them to their only Super Bowl victory, is remembered for his role in shaping the intensity of this historic matchup.