Recently it is heard that Tarik Cohen, the electrifying running back who once lit up the field for the Chicago Bears is having a comeback with Carolina Panthers after his injury.
The first inkling of this hopeful turn of events came from an unexpected source: Tarik Cohen’s wife. She took to her Instagram story to share the emotional moment when the couple received the news.
“Getting that call that the Panthers signed Tarik Cohen was overwhelming. If anyone deserved a second chance, it was you,” she wrote, highlighting the journey of determination and recovery her husband has been. she further expressed, “I love you and can’t wait to see you back on the field.”
Awesome comeback news: Former #Bears RB Tarik Cohen is returning back in the NFL after 3 years, with the #Panthers
The electrifying RB hasn't played in a game since 2020 due to injuries but according to his wife he's signing with Carolina. Not yet official from the team but he… pic.twitter.com/4ncB0DBevE
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) September 12, 2023
Cohen’s path to this point has been anything but easy. In the 2020 season, a devastating ACL injury sidelined him, interrupting what had been a promising career with the Bears. Just when his recovery appeared to be on track, a subsequent Achilles injury in the following year added another obstacle to his journey.
When Tarik Cohen recently practiced with the Panthers, it showed that he’s not only getting physically better but also that he’s really determined to come back and play football successfully again. Tarik Cohen’s agreement to join the Panthers’ practice squad is waiting for a medical checkup, scheduled for tomorrow morning. His tryout went well.
Tarik Cohen’s practice-squad deal with the #Panthers is pending a physical, which is set to take place tomorrow morning. His workout was a successful one. https://t.co/vOXBbhbvu3
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 13, 2023
The NFL calendar awaits an intriguing matchup. If Cohen signs with the team, a November clash between the Bears and the Panthers could see him facing off against his former squad.
