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From Underdog to Unstoppable: How a Former HBCU Running Back Ignited an Unprecedented UFL Championship Run

From Underdog to Unstoppable: How a Former HBCU Running Back Ignited an Unprecedented UFL Championship Run

The standout game continues an interesting football journey for Wheeler, who returned to football after an injury sidelined him early in his NFL career. Wheeler was a standout at Howard University and eventually earned an undrafted free agent contract with the Chicago Bears. In his rookie campaign in 2024, he was off to a tremendous start, showcasing his talents in several preseason games, but he suffered an ACL injury that ultimately put him out for the remainder of the season.

In a June 2025 feature on the Howard University athletics website written by Rob Knox he gave an update on his recovery.

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