Walter Payton's son says that Steve McMichael will be released from the hospital

Steve "Mongo" McMichael will be released from a hospital Thursday, Walter Payton's son says. McMichael spent last week in intensive care from developing infections. Walter Payton: Steve McMichael is a Hall of Famer and will be discharged from hospital Thursday. Walter's son: McMichael was hospitalized with infections last week.

Chicago Bears legend Steve "Mongo" McMichael underwent a blood transfusion for MRSA and UTI. McMichael was recently named a Hall of Famer after being named one of the NFL's most decorated players. He was diagnosed with MRSA, a UTI and MRSA.

Steve 'Mongo' McMichael was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The former defensive tackle rose to glory during his career with the Bears. McMichael has been battling ALS for more than a decade. He is still battling the disease, which has left him with an ALS diagnosis.