William Earl Bergey (February 9, 1945 – December 25, 2024) was an American professional football linebacker who played for 12 seasons in the National Football League (NFL), most notably with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dec 25, 2024 · The Eagles are saddened to learn of the passing of Bill Bergey, one of the franchise's greatest linebackers and a member of the Eagles Hall of Fame. He fought valiantly and bravely against cancer for three years.

Dec 25, 2024 · Legendary Eagles linebacker Bill Bergey has died after a long battle with cancer, his son announced on social media. He was 79. Jake Bergey, a former pro lacrosse player, posted the news Wednesday morning on X, the former Twitter: “After a long hard 3 year battle, Dad lost his fight with Cancer.

William E. Bergey, age 79, of Chadds Ford, PA passed away peacefully on December 25th surrounded by his loving family. Born in Gowanda, NY, Bill resided in Chadds Ford, PA for 50 years with his wife, Micky. Bill graduated from Arkansas State University in 1969 where he was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame. He was also a member of the Arkansas State University …

Sep 27, 2023 · When the Eagles host the Washington Commanders this Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field, Bergey, the game's Honorary Captain, will be cheered again. This time, for giving everything he has and fighting as hard as he can fight against cancer.

Dec 25, 2024 · Bill Bergey, a five-time Pro Bowl linebacker who played in a Super Bowl for the Philadelphia Eagles, died Wednesday, the team announced. He was 79.

Dec 25, 2024 · Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame linebacker Bill Bergey has died after battling cancer for three years, his son announced on social media.

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Dec 25, 2024 · Former Eagles linebacker Bill Bergey has died after a three-year battle with cancer, his son, Jake, announced on social media. Bergey was 79. “The best father, friend, grandfather, football player and outright great person in this world. I will truly miss him. Love you, dad,” Jake wrote.

Dec 25, 2024 · Former NFL linebacker Bill Bergey has died, his son announced on Christmas Day. He was 79. Bergey, who played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1974-1980, had been battling cancer for the past few...