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Suburban star drafted by Chicago Bears
A suburban football star received the biggest phone call of his life and was drafted by the Chicago Bears.
HINSDALE, Ill. - The second night of the NFL Draft was life-changing for a prospect who grew up a Chicago Bears fan in suburban Hinsdale, went to Yale and was the first FCS player drafted on Day 2.
Kiran Amegadjie was selected by the Bears with the 75th overall pick. FOX 32's Elizabeth Matthews was at his draft party when the announcement was made and the crowd erupted in cheers.
The offensive tackle was surrounded by family, friends, and coaches.
"This is a dream come true. I have no words," Amegadjie said. "This is a team i've loved since I was little… I'm really happy."
We asked him how it feels knowing he'll get to play with Caleb Williams, the Bears new quarterback.
"He won't get touched. I promise you that," he said.
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He wont get touched: New Chicago Bear OL Kiran Amegadjie on playing with Caleb Williams
Hinsdale native Kiran Amegadjie was drafted by the Chicago Bears with the 75th pick and he spoke to FOX 32 about protecting new QB Caleb Williams.
At 22 years old, Amegadjie stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 320 pounds.
His family has roots in Cameroon and FOX 32 learned the king of their village in Cameroon may have also made an appearance at the draft party.