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The Ray Stevens Show (Oct. 12, 2026) | Remembering Mike Ditka, Michigan’s Senate Race & Rockin’ for Heroes
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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Steve Mandel, a longtime friend of Mike Ditka, joins us to reflect on the life and legacy of the legendary Chicago Bears player and coach, who died at 86. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio examines Michigan’s U.S. Senate race as one of the key contests to watch in the 2026 midterm elections. Diane Kelley of Friends of Fisher House Illinois previews Rockin’ for Heroes, a Nov. 15 event at Joe’s Live in Rosemont supporting military families. Finally, Tim Wrightman, a tight end on the 1985 Chicago Bears, shares his memories of Ditka and reflects on the impact the Hall of Fame coach had on the team and Chicago football. Key Segments: Steve Mandel:…