Bears honor late legend Mike Ditka after win over Atlanta Falcons

The Chicago Bears are honoring their late legend Mike Ditka during their first home game since his passing earlier this month, according to Fox Sports 1070. The tributes include a moment of silence, a video tribute on the stadium video boards, and fan giveaways such as fake mustaches and Bears knit headbands inspired by Ditka's iconic sideline sweater vest.

The Bears are also unveiling an on-field stencil dedicated to Ditka, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame is constructing a display in his honor at Soldier Field's south courtyard, as reported by Fox Sports 1070 and other outlets. Ditka, who died at age 86, was a key figure in Bears history, having played for the team from 1961 to 1966 and coaching them from 1982 to 1992, leading them to their only Super Bowl victory in 1985 against the Patriots.

The team will wear No. 89 patches on their jerseys for the remainder of the season to honor Ditka's legacy, NBC Chicago reported. The tribute game features a matchup between two of the NFL's top young quarterbacks, Caleb Williams of the Bears and Drake Maye of the Patriots, with both teams entering the game at a 4-2 record.

The Bears come into the game after a recent win over the Atlanta Falcons, highlighting the local connection for Atlanta-area fans, as noted by ABC7 Chicago. The Patriots have won three consecutive games leading up to this matchup.