Steve McMichael, the Hall of Fame defensive tackle who was one of the most colorful characters of the 1985 Chicago Bears, died Wednesday after a lengthy battle with ALS.

Pro Football Hall of Famer and Chicago Bears legend Steve McMichael passed away Wednesday after a long battle with ALS. He was 67 years old. 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.

Steve McMichael, who helped anchor the Chicago Bears' dominant 46 Defense during the 1980s, died due to complications from ALS.