Coverage dated September 29, 2026 to September 30, 2026

The story behind the couple caught kissing dressed as Mike Ditka and Ben Johnson on Monday Night Football

Headline from WGN Chicago

Two fans dressed as Mike Ditka and Ben Johnson became the center of attention during the Chicago Bears' victory over the Philadelphia Eagles after national television cameras captured them sharing an impromptu kiss following a marriage proposal.

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ABC 7 Chicago
A Mike Ditka, a Ben Johnson, and a kiss: Recently engaged Bears fans score Monday night moment (opens ABC 7 Chicago)
Published Sep 29, 2026
ABC 7 Chicago's feed description
A recently engaged couple turned their trip to Soldier Field into another memorable celebration when their Bears-themed costumes and a kiss landed them on Monday Night Football.
WGN Chicago
The story behind the couple caught kissing dressed as Mike Ditka and Ben Johnson on Monday Night Football (opens WGN Chicago)
Published Sep 30, 2026
WGN Chicago's feed description
Two fans dressed as Mike Ditka and Ben Johnson became the center of attention during the Chicago Bears' victory over the Philadelphia Eagles after national television cameras captured them sharing an impromptu kiss following a marriage proposal.