Ditka sells 1975 NFC championship ring to benefit needy ex-NFL'ers

Former Chicago Bears player and coacg Mike Ditka did a great thing today. To benefit the many needy and disabled former National Football League players, "Da Coach" sold his 1975 NFC championship ring, which he earned while an assistant coach for the Dallas Cowboys.

Former Ditka rival Jerry Kramer, who played for the Green Bay Packers in the 1960s, started Gridiron Greats to aid the old-timers who've fallen upon hard times.

Ditka presented his championship ring to the auction winner today. Free registration is required for the link.

UPDATE: Here's a free, no-strings-attached link:

Mike Ditka Riled Up Over Plight Of Old NFL Greats

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