David Wilson – New York Giants
David Wilson’s childhood dream was to play for the Giants and that dream came true in 2012. Wilson was often regarded as a top 5 running back, just behind Trent Richardson. But after just two seasons, his dream was destroyed. Wilson was placed on the injured reserve list after suffering from what doctors call, spinal stenosis. Doctors informed Wilson that if he ever played ball again, he was at an increased risk of sustaining a serious neck injury. But he didn’t care, Wilson underwent neck surgery in 2014, played a bit but was ruled out for the remained of the year due to his neck problems. Yet again, his doctors advised him not to play anymore so Wilson, with a heavy hear, retired.
David Wilson – New York Giants
Derrick Rose – Chicago Bulls
Rose had a glowing NBA career before his crushing injury in 2012. He was NBA Rookie of the Year (2009), All-NBA First Team (2011), a 3× NBA All-Star (2010–2012), and NBA MVP (2011). Now that’s a pretty stellar career but during the first round at the 2012 NBA Playoffs against the 76ers, Rose tore his ACL in his left knee. He had surgery shortly later and was sidelined for the rest of the season. Rose did return in 2013–14, but sustained another knee injury. The Comeback King, eh? Cause Rose returned yet again the following season, but his knee injuries continued to plague him, until he was eventually traded to the Knicks in June 2016.
Derrick Rose – Chicago Bulls
