Joseph Francis Fortunato (March 28, 1930 – November 6, 2017) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker for the Chicago Bears in the National Football League (NFL). Prior to the NFL, Fortunato played fullback and linebacker for Mississippi State University, and made All-American in 1951. His career ended in 1967 due to a knee injury, from which he transitioned into coaching with the Bears. After spending 1967 as the team's linebackers coach, he was the defensive coordinator in 1968. Fortunato died on November 6, 2017.