Philadelphia Eagles legend Bill Bergey dies at 79 on Christmas Day

Bill Bergey, a legendary linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles, has died at the age of 79 after a three-year battle with cancer. His son announced the news on social media on Christmas Day. Bergey played for the Cincinnati Bengals from 1969 to 1973 before joining the Eagles, where he remained until 1980. He was a five-time Pro Bowl selection and helped the Eagles reach their first Super Bowl in 1981. Bergey was recognized as one of the greatest players in Eagles history and was inducted into the team's Hall of Fame. He had publicly shared his struggle with jaw cancer in 2023.