Ian Wheeler’s Mother Reacting To His Torn ACL News Is Utterly Gutwrenching

There were few better stories coming out of Chicago Bears training camp than Ian Wheeler. They’d signed him as an undrafted free agent out of small Howard University. Most people only knew him as a kick returner, but the team felt he had untapped potential as a running back. He reinforced those beliefs with a terrific preseason, averaging 4.3 yards per carry and scoring three touchdowns. It felt like he was building a legitimate case to earn a roster spot despite playing at a crowded position.