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Bears legend Steve McMichael won't go to own Pro Football Hall of Fame ceremony

Mark Black

Misty McMichael had long hoped that her husband, former Bears defensive lineman Steve McMichael, would be able to attend his own Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony despite having ALS.

That won’t happen, McMichael’s longtime spokesperson Betsy Shepherd confirmed Friday night.

“Steve McMichael will not be able to travel to Canton, Ohio for his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction due to complications of ALS he has so valiantly fought the last three years,” she said in a statement. “The Hall of Fame is making plans for presenting his honor at his home.