Bill Bergey: From NFL Star to Philadelphia Sports Icon, Gone at 79 [WATCH] [Video]

Bill Bergey, a former NFL linebacker and Philadelphia Eagles icon, passed away at the age of 79 after a three-year battle with cancer.

The news was announced by his son, Jake Bergey, in a heartfelt message shared on social media.

“The best father, friend, grandfather, football player, and outright great person in this world,” Jake Bergey wrote. “I will truly miss him. Love you dad.”

After a long hard 3 year battle, Dad lost his fight with Cancer. The best father, friend, grand father, football player and out right great person in this world. I will truly miss him. Love you dad. pic.twitter.com/RTLln3UA8o

— Jake Bergey (@Bergey66) December 25, 2024

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Bill Bergey, a second-round draft pick for the Cincinnati Bengals in 1969, quickly made a name for himself by earning Defensive Rookie of the Year honors.

He spent five seasons with the Bengals, where he …