Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve McMichael underwent a blood transfusion just days after being admitted into intensive care at a Chicago hospital after contracting MRSA, his family announced in a statement on Saturday.
"Steve is currently getting a blood transfusion and has MRSA," the statement said. "We are asking for your prayers to get Steve through this difficult time. Steve, his family and close friends believe in the power of prayer. Thank you."
The 66-year-old announced that he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in April 2021 before recently contracting MRSA, a staph infection.