Former Eagles linebacker Bill Bergey dies at 79 after battle with cancer

Bill Bergey, a former Pro Bowl linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles, has died at the age of 79. The team announced his passing on Wednesday, stating he succumbed to cancer after a long battle. Bergey was a key player for the Eagles, making five Pro Bowl appearances and earning team MVP honors three times. He was inducted into the Eagles Hall of Fame in 2009 and recorded nearly 1,200 tackles during his career. Drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 1969, Bergey became a fan favorite in Philadelphia after being traded in 1974. He played his final season in 1980 and later contributed to Eagles radio broadcasts.