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The Buffalo Bills certainly have enough talent to make difficult decisions, and now that depth is becoming their biggest headache. A so far undefeated summer has left Sean McDermott’s staff with an enviable problem as the roster deadline approaches.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / August 23

Why Buffalo Bills Need to Keep Ian Wheeler over Veteran RB

Since signing with the Buffalo Bills ahead of the 2023 season, Ty Johnson has proven to be a reliable backup, especially on third downs. In three seasons with the Bills, Johnson has 545 yards and four touchdowns as a runner, while averaging 4.5 yards per attempt.

NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / August 21

Bills' Roster Long Shot Impressing Again in NFL Preseason, Delivers Boom vs. Browns

Making noise during the NFL Preseason is nothing new for running back Ian Wheeler, especially when the Buffalo Bills are involved. Prior to joining the Bills earlier this summer, Wheeler played five preseason games for the Chicago Bears after signing as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2024.

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Buffalo Bills News / HBCU Legends On SI / August 7

Ian Wheeler: Howard Alum Battles for NFL Roster Spot with Bills

PITTSFORD, N.Y. - Ian Wheeler carried a Bison on his helmet for four seasons at Howard University. Today, the former MEAC standout is wearing a version of that familiar logo again at Buffalo Bills training camp because his United Bowl MVP performance has given him another opportunity to chase an NFL roster spot.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 22

Buffalo Bills sign UFL champion, United Bowl MVP

After a victory in the United Bowl that saw him secure a UFL championship, Ian Wheeler is headed back to the NFL. The Louisville Kings running back has signed a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills, per a release by the team.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / June 19

Ex-Chicago Bears RB signs with Buffalo Bills

Former Chicago Bears running back Ian Wheeler is back in the NFL. The 24-year-old signed a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, per NFL insider

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 18

Bills Sign RB Ian Wheeler

The Buffalo Bills announced they have signed RB Ian Wheeler to a contract. Wheeler, 24, signed with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Howard following the 2024 draft.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Why Chicago Bears Backfield Renion with an MVP Appears Unlikely

When Ian Wheeler played for the Bears, it led to an emotional moment for a national TV audience and eventually his departure from Chicago. Now it's worth wondering whether they might be interested in bringing him back to Chicago, although the more accurate question might be whether he would even be interested in returning.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 24

Chicago Bears Former Preseason Standout Signs With UFL Team

Former Chicago Bears running back Ian Wheeler has had an interesting ride through the first two years of his NFL career. He became a preseason fan favorite after being featured on Hard Knocks (as a result of forgoing med school for the NFL) ahead of the 2024 NFL season.

Chicago Bears News / NFL Analysis Network / August 27, 2025

Ryan Poles reveals the truth about the Chicago Bears' concerning RB rotation, ‘you get two different…’

The Chicago Bears are entering a new era with head coach Ben Johnson this season, and many have questioned how he’ll utilize his running backs. GM Ryan Poles spoke with the media this week and gave insight into how the Chicago Bears are feeling about the depth they have at running back.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / August 25, 2025

Bears Roster Moves: Zah Frazier on Reserve/Non Football Injury list, Ian Wheeler waived

Earlier today, the Chicago Bears made another wave of cuts as they work their way towards Tuesday’s 53-man roster deadline. You can catch up with all the moves in our tracker here, but there were a couple of significant moves I wanted to spotlight.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25, 2025

Chicago Bears make surprise decision in first big batch of 53-man roster cuts

The Chicago Bears announced another big wave of player cuts ahead of Tuesday's 53-man roster deadline, and one name stood out as a surprise: Running back Ian Wheeler.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25, 2025

Ian Wheeler and Joel Wilson among Bears let go in latest cutdown

One of the more compelling stories of Bears training camp ended with the team waiving running back Ian Wheeler Monday as they reduced the roster down 12 more spots.

NFL News / HBCU Legends On SI / August 18, 2025

Ian Wheeler: Former Howard Bison Rushes For Two NFL Touchdowns In Preseason

Former Howard University standout running back Ian Wheeler delivered an impressive two-touchdown performance in Preseason Game 2, as the Chicago Bears dominated the Buffalo Bills 38-0 on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14, 2025

Chicago Bears RB Ian Wheeler inches closer to recovery

After suffering a season-ending injury in his rookie season, former Howard University star Ian Wheeler is inching closer to recovery. A standout prospect in the 2024 preseason for the Chicago Bears, Wheeler’s promising start was cut short.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 15, 2025

Why this year’s Bears training camp could be the turning point for a longshot RB looking to make a real roster push

The Chicago Bears are set to start training camp in roughly a week and this part of the offseason is when things really start to ramp up for every player on the roster.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 29, 2024

HBO’s 'Hard Knocks' features heartfelt moment between Bears RB Ian Wheeler & his mother

HBO’s “Hard Knocks” has long been a platform for showcasing the raw, unfiltered emotions of football and this year is no different. This season’s focus on the Chicago Bears delivered a particularly moving narrative featuring running back Ian Wheeler and his mother.

Chicago Bears News / Bleacher Report / August 28, 2024