Cornell Wheeler

Cornell Wheeler is a senior linebacker for Kansas in the Big 12, listed at 6-foot (72 inches), 235 pounds, and wearing No. 44. Born in West Bloomfield, Michigan, Wheeler has been an active contributor on defense during the 2024 regular season. In 10 games played with 9 starts in 2024, Wheeler posted 64 combined tackles, including 40 solo tackles and 24 assists. His impact plays included 3.0 tackles for loss (6.0 TFL yards), 1 interception, 2 passes defended, and 1 forced fumble. On his lone interception return, he totaled 4 yards (4.0 yards per return). As reflected in Cornell Wheeler stats from 2024, his production was concentrated in tackling volume and coverage disruption rather than pass rushing, finishing with 0.0 sacks and 0 quarterback hits. This Cornell Wheeler NCAAF profile highlights a Player Position and Role on Team centered on second-level run support and short-zone coverage responsibilities, with steady starter-level usage across the season.