Drew Edward Wahlroos (June 7, 1980 – September 2, 2017) was an American professional football linebacker. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the St. Louis Rams in 2004 and 2005.^[2][3] In two seasons with the Rams, Wahlross appeared in 21 games, mostly on special teams.^[2][4]

Wahlroos played high school football at Poway High School from 1996 to 1997.^[5] He played college football at the University of Colorado from 1999 to 2002.^{[6][7][8][9][10][11]} In November 2001, Wahlroos accused five Nebraska fans of attacking him outside a bar after Colorado defeated Nebraska 62–36.^[12][13] Wahlroos suffered a broken nose and black eye and said, "I was at the wrong place at the wrong time."^[14] In December 2002, Wahlroos was arrested in San Antonio, Texas, and charged with public intoxication prior to Colorado's appearance in the Alamo Bowl.^[15][16] Wahlroos offered a public apology for his conduct and was permitted to play in the Alamo Bowl.^[17]

He played for the Amsterdam Admirals in the NFL Europe during the 2003 season.^[3] In August 2006, Wahlroos was placed on injured reserve and subsequently released by the Rams with an injury settlement after suffering a broken hand.^[4][18]

On September 7, 2017, it was reported that Wahlroos had died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on September 2 at the age of 37, and that his death had been ruled a suicide by the San Diego Medical Examiner's Office.^[19]