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American Football Biography

Steve McMichael

“Mongo/Steve McM”

American · Freer, Texas · Born 1 January 1957

Defensive Tackle
70
goals
191
apps

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The Sack Master of the 1985 Bears — the most fearsome interior lineman of the decade.

Steve McMichael was born in Freer, Texas in 1957. He was the anchor of the 1985 Chicago Bears defence — the most dominant defensive team in NFL history. He recorded 70 career sacks. He became a professional wrestler after retirement. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2021 — his Hall of Fame induction in 2024 was attended while he was seriously ill, one of the sport's most emotional individual ceremonies.

Best Known For

Super Bowl XX

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • Super Bowl XX
  • Pro Bowl 2x
Career Journey

Timeline

1957 👶 Born in Freer, Texas
1994 🏁 Retired from professional sport
🏟️ Chicago Bears
🏟️ Green Bay Packers
🏆 Super Bowl XX
🏆 Pro Bowl 2x
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

3 common questions about Steve McMichael

Steve McMichael was born in 1957 in Freer.

Steve McMichael is American.

Steve McMichael played as a Defensive Tackle.

Career Timeline — Steve McMichael
1957
Born in Freer, Texas
1994
Retired from professional sport
Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers
Super Bowl XX
Pro Bowl 2x