Wheeler, who is ranked 13th at 184 pounds by InterMat, tweeted about University of Missouri football player Michael Sam, who recently announced that he is gay.
KSU released statements from Athletic Director Joel Nielsen and head wrestling coach Jim Andrassy.
"We are aware of the insensitive tweets by one of our student athletes," Nielsen wrote in a statement. "On behalf of Kent State University, we consider these comments to be ignorant and not indicative of the beliefs held by our university community as a whole. This is an educational opportunity for all of our student-athletes."
Andrassy wrote the following in a statement: "As an alum of Kent State University and as Sam's head coach, I was surprised and offended by what I read on Twitter. I have spoken to Sam personally, and while he is remorseful, he will be suspended indefinitely while we determine the best course of action moving forward."
Wheeler has compiled a 28-5 record this season. Kent State's wrestling program will compete at the National Duals on Sunday and Monday in Columbus, Ohio.
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