Dan Campbell recalls unforgettable Mike Ditka meeting
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell recalled a smoke-filled, one-on-one pre-draft meeting with Mike Ditka that left a lasting impression more than 25 years later.
The football world is remembering Hall of Famer Mike Ditka after news of his death at age 86 on Friday. While many former players, coaches and fans shared tributes, one of the most memorable stories came from Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell. Campbell said he grew up admiring Ditka and never forgot meeting him before the 1999 NFL Draft, Yahoo! said.