VIDEO: Fans Drive by Cole Kmet's House to Congratulate Him After Being Drafted by the Bears
Cole Kmet grew up in the Chicago suburbs and is now living every kid's dream of playing for his hometown team. The former Notre Dame tight end was taken in the second round by the Chicago Bears. He got to take in the moment at home and fans decided to celebrate with Kmet by driving past his house and celebrating in a way that maintained proper social distancing.
Cole Kmet had fans drive by his house in the suburbs of Chicago to congratulate him on being drafted for 45 minutes ?
— FanDuel (@FanDuel) April 27, 2020
?️: @TomLoy247pic.twitter.com/c36eB7lH1H
This display shows how great it will be for Kmet to play near home. All the players drafted had to get the news at home, but these fans found a unique way to congratulate Kmet on his greatest athletic achievement to date.
Don’t rain on @ColeKmet’s parade! pic.twitter.com/ccDjlcAWNI
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) April 25, 2020
Despite the startling number of tight ends the Bears currently employ, Kmet is expected to play a vital role in Chicago's offense come the 2020 season.
Kmet is the hometown kid playing for the hometown team. That is plenty to be excited about and he was able to take in a unique experience along with his family.