According to Jarrett, he first met McMichael at WWE WrestleMania 11, where the Pro Football Hall of Famer appeared in support of Lawrence Taylor during his main event match against Bam Bam Bigelow.

Jarrett Payton, the son of former Bears great Walter Payton, shared the news. With deep sorrow, I share that Steve McMichael passed at 5:28 PM after a brave fight with #ALS, surrounded by loved ones.