CHICAGO, IL — In a shocking twist decades after his departure from the franchise, former Chicago Bears head coach Mike Ditka has reportedly sent a private letter to team management, claiming responsibility for past team failures was wrongly placed on him — and insisting, “That wasn’t my fault.”
The letter, which surfaced through an anonymous source close to the organization, is said to contain new insights, emotional reflections, and pointed critiques directed at internal decisions made during his final seasons with the Bears.
Ditka, who famously led the Bears to their iconic Super Bowl XX victory in 1986, was fired in 1992 after a disappointing 5–11 season. But according to this newly revealed document, the legendary coach suggests that critical mistakes by team executives and front office interference played a far greater role in the team’s decline than previously understood.
What’s in the Letter?
While the full contents have not been officially released, sources say the letter includes the following claim:
“I gave everything I had to that team, to that city. But some of those seasons went south because of decisions that were out of my control — personnel moves, staffing changes, and off-the-field politics. That wasn’t my fault.”
The message reportedly also includes a line that reads:
“They gave me the blame, but they held the power.”
Management’s Response
The Chicago Bears organization has not officially commented on the letter, but insiders suggest it has been acknowledged internally. One team official, speaking under condition of anonymity, said:
“It’s not unusual for former coaches to share their perspective years later. Coach Ditka’s passion for the team has never been in question — even if his views may differ from the organization’s.”
Public Reaction
News of the letter has sparked a storm of conversation among fans and sports analysts alike. Social media is buzzing with debates over who really was at fault during the Bears’ turbulent seasons in the late ’80s and early ’90s.
“Honestly, Ditka getting fired always felt political,” one fan posted. “Hearing he’s still thinking about it — that hits hard.”
A Legacy Reconsidered?
Mike Ditka remains one of the most iconic and respected figures in NFL history. His tenure with the Bears is still celebrated, but this new revelation could prompt fans and sports historians to re-evaluate what really happened behind closed doors.
Whether it changes the past or not, one thing is clear: Mike Ditka is still fighting for his legacy.
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