The Eagles announced on Thursday that the team has signed running back Ian Wheeler to the practice squad.
Wheeler made headlines as a rookie undrafted free agent for the Bears in 2024, starring on "Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears." Through four college seasons at Howard, Wheeler averaged 6.5 yards per carry for a total of 1,143 yards and 14 touchdowns on the ground.
The former Bison was accepted into Howard University's College of Medicine as he is an aspiring physician, but deferred his enrollment to pursue a career in the NFL. Wheeler suffered a knee injury in the Bears' final preseason game in 2024.
After being waived by Chicago in 2025, Wheeler spent a month on the Saints' practice squad. The 5-foot-11 running back then joined the Louisville Kings for the 2026 United Football League season where he helped the Kings win the championship. He was named the United Bowl MVP, averaging 8.1 yards per run for 81 yards and a touchdown. - Written by Caroline Connor
