Good news regarding Steve McMichael.
The family of Steve McMichael announced that "Mongo" is set to return home on Thursday.
McMichael was hospitalized on February 15 with suspected pneumonia. On February 17 fans were informed that McMichael was getting a blood transfusion and had MRSA.
Update on Steve McMichael:
— Jarrett Payton (@paytonsun) February 21, 2024
Mongo is set to return home tomorrow! We appreciate all the prayers and kindly ask for continued thoughts and prayers for Steve and his family. #Bears
McMichael is fighting against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. He was diagnosed with the disease in January 2021.
McMichael is best known to wrestling fans as a member of the Four Horsemen during his time in WCW and a commentator on WCW Nitro. He is a former WCW United States Champion. He retired from the NFL in 1994 and joined WCW in 1995.
McMichael was announced as one of the 2024 inductees into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony is set to take place in August 2024. He won a Super Bowl as a member of the member of the 1985-1986 Chicago Bears.
We wish "Mongo" all the best in his continued fight.
