Chicago Bears Legend Matt Suhey Dies at 68

The passing of former Chicago Bears fullback and Super Bowl XX champion Matt Suhey at the age of 68 has prompted widespread mourning among fans and former teammates. Suhey died in his sleep on Saturday night, September 5, 2026, according to multiple reports. His death marks the end of a significant era for the Chicago Bears franchise. Suhey, born July 7, 1958, played his entire 10-year NFL career with the Bears from 1980 to 1989. He was widely recognized for his crucial role as a lead blocker, most notably for Hall of Fame running back Walter Payton. This partnership was instrumental in the success of the Bears' offense during their dominant period in the 1980s. His career reached its pinnacle during the 1985 season, when the Bears achieved a 15-1 regular season record and went on to win Super Bowl XX. Suhey cemented his place in franchise history by scoring the game's first touchdown on an 11-yard run against the New England Patriots. The Bears ultimately won the championship game 46-10. Before joining the Bears, Suhey had a distinguished college career at Penn State University, where he played from 1976 to 1979.