Fantasy Player Profile
vs. NYJ: #26 vs opposing RB - 27.63 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | HOU, | 14 | - | 32 | - | - | 6.60 |
| 2 | @LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | LV, | 60 | - | 7 | - | - | 7.70 |
| 6 | @BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @DEN, | 39 | - | - | - | - | 3.90 |
| 8 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @LV, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @TB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Two long dashes in KC debut
Bell registered 39 rushing yards on six carries during Sunday's 43-16 win against the Broncos.
Analysis: Bell was horribly inefficient during his time with the Jets, ranking 48th among 49 qualified NFL backs with a 3.3 yards-per-carry average. The move to Andy Reid's offense has the potential to revitalize Bell's career, but the 2017 All-Pro will likely have to defer No. 1 duties to Clyde Edwards-Helaire so long as the rookie is healthy. Bell broke off two separate runs of 16 yards in his Chiefs debut, while his other four attempts yielded just seven yards. Coach Reid and offensive coordinator…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 6:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Making KC debut
Bell is listed as active Sunday at Denver, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: As Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported earlier Sunday, Bell is making his debut with the Chiefs after the Jets released him nearly two weeks ago. However, Bell's workload is to be determined in a backfield led by Clyde Edwards-Helaire and with complementary option Darrel Williams also present. The move from New York's listless offense to Kansas City's dynamic unit should be a boon for Bell, even if his reps are capped on a weekly basis.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Will debut Sunday
Bell is slated to be available Sunday against the Broncos and is expected to have a role in the Chiefs' game plan, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: How extensively Bell might be involved in his Chiefs debut remains unknown, but Rapoport relays that the 28-year-old has worked hard to learn the playbook since signing with the team last week and looked "really fast" in his initial practices. Rookie first-round pick Clyde Edwards-Helaire is still expected to headline the Kansas City backfield Week 7, but Bell could have the opportunity to immediately seize a larger role than incumbent backup Darrel Williams, who has played 27.5 percent of the…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 6:52am by Rotowire.com
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Week 7 status TBD
Coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that the Chiefs plan to take a day-by-day approach with Bell before deciding whether he'll be ready to make his team debut Sunday in Denver, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: For now, Reid is non-committal about the newcomer playing Week 7, but Sweeney gets "the sense there could be some type of role in store." With that in mind, those who roster Bell shouldn't count on a big fantasy payoff this week, but once the veteran back is up to speed with his new team's offense, he should provide a nice complement to rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire. Following the news of Bell's signing, the first-round pick turned in the best game of his young career in Monday's win over the…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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Joins Kansas City backfield
Bell signed a contract with the Chiefs on Thursday.
Analysis: The 28-year-old was cut by the Jets on Tuesday and needed only two days to reach an agreement with the defending Super Bowl champions. Bell won't be eligible to play until at least Week 7 as he needs six straight days of negative tests for COVID-19 before practicing since he's joining a new team. Rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire has worked as the team's top running back so far in 2020, but the addition of Bell could help address the offense's issues is goal-line and short-yardage situations…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Links up with KC
The Chiefs are expected to sign Bell, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Two days removed from the Jets cutting Bell loose, he considered a handful of teams before linking up with the defending Super Bowl champs. While the move isn't official just yet, pending COVID-19 protocol, he'll vie for reps with rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire with his new squad whenever he's eligible to play. Per Dan Graziano of ESPN.com, Bell will have to complete five days of testing before he can suit up, all but ruling him out for Monday's game at Buffalo.
Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Miami and Kansas City in the mix
Bell has reportedly narrowed his free-agent destinations down to Kansas City and Miami, according to Nate Taylor and Josh Tolentino of The Athletic.
Analysis: The Chiefs are an obvious Super Bowl contender, but with 2020 first-rounder Clyde Edwards-Helaire on hand, they don't offer Bell a path to every-down work. Meanwhile, Bell trains in South Florida during the offseason and the Dolphins' backfield is currently headed by Myles Gaskin, who wasn't on the fantasy re-draft radar prior to training camp this summer. Wherever Bell signs, he'll need to work through the league's COVID-19 protocol, so we won't be seeing him carry the ball for any team in…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Down to three choices
At this stage, Bell reportedly plans to sign with either the Dolphins, Chiefs or Bills, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Those three teams happen to be the Jets' next three opponents, though if Bell does sign a contract as soon as Thursday, it doesn't seem likely that he'd immediately step into a key role Week 6. In any case, if Bell has been made available in your league following his recent release, the 28-year-old is worth acquiring in the hope that a change of scenery can help jump-start his 2020 season.
Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Released by Jets
The Jets released Bell on Tuesday.
Analysis: The Jets had apparently been looking to trade Bell and couldn't find any takers, so they cut the three-time All-Pro running back. General manager Joe Douglas made a statement saying this move was in the best interest of both parties. Bell recorded 74 yards on 19 carries (3.9 yards per carry) and caught three passes for 39 yards through two games this year. Frank Gore, La'Mical Perine and Ty Johnson will handle the Jets' backfield reps moving forward. Bell is eligible to sign with a new team…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 5:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in return to lineup
Bell carried the ball 13 times for 60 yards and caught his only target for seven yards in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: After missing three games with a hamstring strain, Bell returned to action and averaged a solid 4.6 yards a carry, although his workload was limited in another blowout loss for the Jets. He'll remain the team's top backfield option in Week 6 against the Chargers, but whether Joe Flacco or Sam Darnold (shoulder) is under center, Bell's chances of making a big impact in a sluggish offense will be low.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go
As expected, Bell (hamstring) has been activated off injured reserve by the Jets ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Cardinals, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bell pulled his left hamstring in Week 1 and has been sidelined since. He will now look to spark the Jets' struggling offense by re-taking his position as the team's top back. As a result, Frank Gore should revert back to a complementary/short-yardage role. The veteran will be taking handoffs from Joe Flacco, as Sam Darnold (shoulder) has been ruled out.
Published: Sat, Oct 10 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward Week 5 return
Coach Adam Gase indicated that Bell (hamstring) looked good in his return to practice Wednesday, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Assuming no setbacks, Bell is trending toward being activated off IR in advance of Sunday's game against the Cardinals. In such a scenario, look for Bell to re-take his position as the Jets' top back, with Frank Gore slotting into a complementary/short-yardage role and La'Mical Perine also in the team's Week 5 backfield mix.
Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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Could be activated Week 5
Bell (hamstring) will participate in the Jets' practice Wednesday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Per Vacchiano, the Jets are tentatively planning to activate Bell from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, assuming his hamstring holds up during practice this week. If that's the case, Bell would presumably reclaim his position as the Jets' top back, with Frank Gore moving into a complementary/short-yardage role and La'Mical Perine also in the mix. That said, the 0-4 Jets could be cautious with their usage of Bell in his expected return to action Sunday, though such a…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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Eyeing Week 5 return
Bell (hamstring) believes he'll be ready to return from injured reserve Week 5 for the Jets' game against the Cardinals, barring an unforeseen setback, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: If Bell's prediction comes to pass, he'll end up spending the minimum amount of time on IR after he was shut down following Week 1 with the hamstring injury. Though he reportedly cut down weight during the offseason, Bell drew poor reviews from beat reporters for his play during training camp, and he managed only 14 yards on six carries in the Jets' season-opening loss to the Bills prior to his departure. As a result, Bell may not be a lock to reclaim the high-volume, three-down role he's…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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Headed to IR
The Jets will place Bell (hamstring) on injured reserve Tuesday, Kimberly Jones of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Due to the NFL's new IR rules for 2020, Bell won't have to be shut down for the season or miss at least eight games after exiting the Jets' Week 1 loss to the Bills with the hamstring injury. Instead, he'll be eligible to come off the IR as soon as Week 5, assuming he heals from the hamstring injury as anticipated. In the interim, the Jets are left with the 37-year-old Frank Gore and rookie La'Mical Perine (ankle) as the only healthy options on the 53-man roster. Gore should pick up the start…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Could miss multiple weeks
Coach Adam Gase said Monday that Bell (hamstring) could "be looking at a couple weeks," Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Gase declined to put a specific timetable on Bell's return, and Rich Cimini of ESPN.com notes he also said the veteran's conditioning could allow him to recover ahead of schedule. Still, the 28-year-old appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's contest against the 49ers. With La'Mical Perine (ankle) still nursing an injury, the Jets could be forced to roll with Frank Gore and Josh Adams out of the backfield if Bell indeed misses time.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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Coach regrets leaving him in
Coach Adam Gase said after Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Bills that he regrets leaving Bell (hamstring) in the game after the running back was injured late in the first half, ESPN.com's Rich Cimini reports.
Analysis: Bell hurt his hamstring on an awkward tumble while running a route on which he drew a holding penalty against the defense just before halftime. The running back emerged from the locker room with a wrap on his leg and played five snaps in the third quarter before being taken out of the game when it became apparent that he lacked burst. Gase will likely play things extra safe with Bell's injury moving forward, which means there's a good chance the well-paid running back is kept out of the team's…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 6:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers hamstring injury in Week 1
Bell was forced out of Sunday's game against the Bills with a hamstring injury.
Analysis: With rookie La'Mical Perine (ankle) already inactive for the contest, veteran back Frank Gore is next up for the Jets' carries for any length of time Bell might miss. Prior to his exit from Sunday's game, Bell carried six times for 14 yards and caught both of his targets for 32 yards.
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Working in 60/40 split with Gore
Bell has seen approximately 60 percent of the first-team reps in training camp, with Frank Gore handling around 40 percent, according to ESPN.com's Rich Cimini.
Analysis: Bell took 14 snaps to Gore's nine during Saturday's practice, equating to 60.9 percent of the first-team reps. Cimini says that's been the norm throughout training camp, with the exception of Wednesday's practice when coach Adam Gase removed Bell early and cited hamstring tightness as the reason. Bell then disputed reports of any injury and mentioned frustration with a lack of practice reps. It is possible he gets more than 60 percent of the workload once the season begins, though Brian…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 30 at 8:04am by Rotowire.com
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Says he isn't injured
Bell disputes reports that he was pulled from Wednesday's practice because of a hamstring injury, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Speaking to the media after Wednesday's practice, coach Adam Gase suggested that hamstring tightness was the reason for Bell being taken off the field. About 20 minutes later, Bell posted on his personal Twitter account that he wasn't dealing with a hamstring injury, and he also noted that he needs the practice reps to prepare for games. This sounds like nothing more than a minor internal disagreement over practice usage, but Bell's activity over the next few days may be worth monitoring in any…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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Bothered by hamstring
Bell was removed from practice Wednesday due to tightness in his hamstring, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Per Hughes, coach Adam Gase seemed to downplay the injury, but he didn't really get into details. Bell's absence opened up some first-team reps for fourth-round rookie La'Mical Perine, who proceeded to break free for a 36-yard gain on his first carry, according to Hughes. If Bell were to miss games this season, the Jets likely would rely on Perine and Frank Gore to split the workload in the backfield. There's already been plenty of speculation that Bell won't match last year's 82.4 percent snap…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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Trims down
Bell noted Wednesday that his current weight is in the 210-to-215 pound range, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports. "I'm ready to show this is the best Le'Veon Bell that's ever played in the NFL," he said.
Analysis: According to Bell, that's the lightest he's been since high school. Though veteran Frank Gore and rookie La'Mical Perine are also on hand to work in complementary roles, a healthy and fit Bell has the three-down skill set to seize control of the lead job in the Jets' backfield. That context could yield good return on investment on Bell in fantasy drafts.
Published: Wed, Aug 12 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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Looks set for lighter load
Coach Adam Gase said Monday that the Jets plan to take a "less is more" approach to Bell's usage in 2020, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: "Hopefully, we can get some of the younger backs to where we can make a good one-two punch," Gase said, "to where we can really excel instead of feeling like it's just all on him all the time." Bell accounted for 311 combined carries and catches as the Jets' workhorse last season, but his efficiency (3.2 YPC) didn't nearly match his levels from 2014-17 with the Steelers. The 28-year-old's three-down skill set and fully guaranteed $13.5 million salary for 2020 no doubt locks him in as New York's…read more
Published: Mon, May 4 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Not mentioned in trade talks
General manager Joe Douglas said Bell hasn't been a topic of trade discussion, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: This doesn't mean the Jets won't listen to offers, but it does stand to reason that they'd have a hard time trading a running back with a fully guaranteed $13 million salary for 2020. Adam Gase may never have wanted to sign Bell in the first place, but the coach did reiterate Tuesday that he's been pleased with the running back's preparation, per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com. Gase also said it isn't a big deal if Bell decides to skip voluntary portions of the offseason program, something that drew…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 25 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Facing uncertain future with Jets
Coach Adam Gase declined to comment on whether he wants Bell back with the team for 2020, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports. "[Bell]'s under contract for three years. You can ask Joe (Douglas)," Gase said. "You can ask Joe tomorrow...I'm not in charge of personnel."
Analysis: Bell signed a four-year, $52.5 million contract with the Jets in March, two months before the team fired former general manager Mike Maccagnan. There have been reports ever since about Gase being annoyed by the contract, though he's repeatedly praised Bell for his professionalism and effort. The 27-year-old finished 2019 with career-worst marks for yards per carry (3.2), rushing yards per game (52.6) and total yards per game (83.3), rarely finding room to run behind a putrid offensive line.…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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Not much burst after move to NY
Bell rushed 16 times for 41 yards and caught all five of his targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 13-6 win over Buffalo.
Analysis: Bell finishes his first season in New York with 789 rushing yards on 245 carries for a career-low average of 3.2 yards per carry. He was involved as a receiver with 66 catches for 461 yards, but Bell didn't demonstrate much explosiveness -- his longest play from scrimmage went only 23 yards and he scored just four total touchdowns. Despite his pedestrian production following a year off, there are reasons for optimism heading into the second year of Bell's four-year deal with the Jets. The team…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Workhorse in revenge game
Bell rushed 25 times for 72 yards and caught all four of his targets for another 21 yards in Sunday's 16-10 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Bell got all the touches he could handle in a defensive-minded affair against his former team, as his 25 carries were the most he's received as a member of the Jets. He's averaged an underwhelming 3.3 yards per carry in 2019, but his volume should give him a decent floor as the Jets look to keep playing spoiler when they travel to Buffalo in Week 17. Bell has 748 yards on the ground and 425 more as a receiver but just four total touchdowns with one game left in the season.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid performance in loss
Bell (illness) rushed 21 times for 87 yards and brought in both his targets for one yard in the Jets' 42-21 loss to the Ravens on Thursday.
Analysis: Bell enjoyed a solid return from a one-game absence due to illness against a typically stingy Ravens defense, notching a season high in rushing yards while tying his high-water mark in carries in 2019. The versatile back has endured a significantly underwhelming season overall and still doesn't have a run of longer than 19 yards, but he'll look to continue putting a strong cap on the campaign in a Week 16 matchup versus the Steelers a week from Sunday.
Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 9:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go for Week 15
Bell (illness) doesn't carry an injury designation into Thursday's game against the Ravens, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Jets listed Bell as a full practice participant Monday through Wednesday, which confirms that he's moved past the illness that kept him out of action in the Week 14 win over the Dolphins. He'll be needed plenty Thursday, as top backup Bilal Powell (ankle/illness) has already been ruled out and No. 3 option Ty Montgomery (foot/hip) is listed as questionable.
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices in full Monday
Bell (illness) was listed as a full participant on Monday's practice estimate.
Analysis: Bell was ruled out in advance of the Jets' Week 14 matchup with the Dolphins due to an illness, which kept him away from team facilities last Thursday and Friday. After a period of rest, he's back with the Jets on Monday and would have been well enough to take part in every drill, if they held practice. Earlier Monday, coach Adam Gase told Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News that Bell is "pretty close to 100 percent. He's not contagious anymore." Bell may immediately retake a workhorse role…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 5:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected back Thursday
Bell (illness) is close to 100 percent and expected to play Thursday night against the Ravens, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Bell missed Sunday's win over the Dolphins with the flu, but he's been cleared to return to the Jets' facility Monday and thus is on track to return to action Week 15. Meanwhile, Mehta adds that if the team had practiced Monday, Bilal Powell (ankle, illness) -- who filled in for Bell in Week 14 -- would not have participated.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Sunday
Bell (illness) was downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: After Bell was unable to practice Thursday or Friday, it became apparent he was in serious jeopardy of missing Sunday's game. The Jets took the drama out of the decision early, ruling Bell out for Week 14 after re-evaluating him Saturday. According to Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, Bilal Powell and Ty Montgomery are the top candidates to shoulder the load while Bell is out, with the former likely representing the better option for fantasy purposes. Powell has carried the ball just 32 times for 125…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 7 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable for Sunday
Bell (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: An ailment kept Bell from practicing Thursday and Friday, leaving his status uncertain heading into the weekend. Per Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News, coach Adam Gase suggested the Jets would have more information on Bell's condition Saturday, so another update on the running back should be available well before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. Fortunately for fantasy managers, the Jets' inclusion in the early slate of games should present the opportunity to pivot to healthier options at…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Friday
Bell (illness) won't practice Friday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Bell's illness will prevent him from taking the practice field for a second day in a row. While illnesses aren't generally as much of a concern as structural injuries, Bell's ailment may be a bit more serious than usual, as head coach Adam Gase said he was unsure of the running back's status for Sunday's game against the Dolphins. The Jets will provide another update on Bell's status at some point Friday, but based on Gase's comments, a final call on his Week 14 availability may not come until…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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Under the weather
Bell (illness) won't practice Thursday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: We'll revisit Bell's status Friday, but as long as he's able to return to practice in some capacity, he'll be on track to suit up Sunday against the Dolphins.
Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 8:01am by Rotowire.com
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Plodding ways continue
Bell rushed 10 times for 32 yards and caught four of five targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 22-6 loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Bell had a 23-yard run called back on a holding call, and he didn't manage more than seven yards on any of his official rushing attempts. The 27-year-old running back has lacked explosiveness, failing to produce a run of 20-plus yards all season. While New York's poor offensive line can be blamed for some of Bell's struggles, he hasn't made the most of his opportunities in the open field when he's gotten them. The Jets continue to feed Bell as both a runner and a receiver, and his volume should…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Over 100 scrimmage yards
Bell rushed 12 times for 49 yards and caught all five of his targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 34-3 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Bell topped 100 yards from scrimmage, but his fantasy owners will certainly be left wanting more considering his team won in blowout fashion. Quarterback Sam Darnold scored a four-yard rushing touchdown and threw for a pair of one-yard scores, preventing Bell from capitalizing on the team's opportunities in close. Bell has just four total touchdowns this season, but this scoreless game interrupted a two-game touchdown streak. He'll have a nice opportunity to get back into the end zone against…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Salvages performance with score
Bell carried the ball 18 times for 59 yards and a touchdown in the team's Week 11 win against the Redskins. He also added two receptions for 33 yards.
Analysis: Bell was held under wraps, as his longest gain on the ground went for just nine yards. However, his one-yard touchdown plunge early in the fourth quarter salvaged his day. While he was targeted only twice in the passing game, he converted both into catches and capped the performance with a 21-yard gain through the air. Though he hasn't been as effective as a receiver as in season's past, Bell now has surpassed 30 receiving yards in three consecutive games. He'll draw another plus matchup in…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for Sunday's game
Bell (ribs/knee/illness) is listed as active for Sunday's game against Washington.
Analysis: Nine games into the 2019 season, Bell continues to dominate the Jets' backfield touches, but his 143 carries have yielded a modest average of 3.1 yards to go along with two rushing TDs. His fantasy utility has, however, been salvaged by his presence in New York's passing game, as the 27-year-old has hauled in 44 of his 55 targets for 276 yards and a TD. Bell does at least have a favorable matchup Sunday, with Washington 1-8 and coming off a pair of losses in which opposing backs Dalvin Cook (in…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Sunday
Bell (ribs/knee/illness), who is listed as questionable on the Jets' official injury report, is expected to to play Sunday against Washington, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Bell didn't practice Wednesday as a result of the illness. He then returned to the Jets' facility Thursday and Friday, but he was limited in both sessions while tending to the three listed issues. Bell apparently put in enough work for the Jets to be comfortable with him playing Sunday, but fantasy managers will still want to confirm that he's active before the 1 p.m. ET. kickoff.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 1:25am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Week 11
Bell (ribs/knee/illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Washington, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: The Jets' robust Week 11 injury report lists four players as out, one as doubtful and eight (including Bell) as questionable. Of that group, Bell -- who logged limited practices both Thursday and Friday -- is likely among the players who will suit up Sunday. Fortunately for those considering the Jets' top back in fantasy lineups this weekend, the team kicks off at 1 p.m. ET.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Will practice Friday
Bell (ribs/knee/illness) will practice on a limited basis Friday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Bell didn't practice Wednesday as a result of his illness, but he was able to get some work in during the Jets' final two practice sessions of the week. While Bell's status for the Week 11 game against Washington won't be revealed until after Friday's practice -- and a final decision on his availability may not come until game day -- he seems to be on track to take the field Sunday.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to limited practice
Bell (ribs/knee/illness) will be listed as a limited practice participant Thursday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Bell -- who carried 18 times for 34 yards and a TD while catching four passes for another 34 yards in this past Sunday's win over the Giants -- missed Wednesday's session due to an illness, but it as appears as though he's moved past that issue and that his limitations Thursday will be related to managing his other aches and pains. At this stage, we'd expect the running back to suit up for Sunday's game against Washington, but there's a solid chance that he'll approach the contest listed as…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with illness
Bell will miss Wednesday's practice due to an illness, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Listed on the Week 10 practice report with knee and ankle issues, Bell then suffered a rib injury in the second half of Sunday's 34-27 win over the Giants. He said the rib issue wouldn't impact his status for Week 11 in Washington, but he'll nonetheless be absent from practice Wednesday while he tends to a different matter. Coach Adam Gase said that Bell's illness isn't mononucleosis, per Connor Hughes of The Athletic.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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Called 'fine' by Gase
Bell was deemed to be "fine" by coach Adam Gase after the running back emerged from Sunday's 34-27 win against the Giants with sore ribs, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Bell dealt with knee and ankle injuries in practice last week and appears as if he'll have limitations this week as well. The combination of health concerns didn't help his efficiency on the ground Sunday, as he managed 34 yards on 18 carries. However, he helped his cause by scoring a TD and hauling in all four of his targets for 34 yards. There's no indication that Bell's upcoming availability is in peril, but Wednesday's practice report will give a sense of his current standing.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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TD covers for lack of efficiency
Bell (knee/ankle) rushed 18 times for 34 yards and a touchdown while catching all four of his targets for another 34 yards in Sunday's 34-27 win over the Giants.
Analysis: While it's possible his efficiency was hampered by the injuries that Bell dealt with during the week, he still eclipsed 20 touches for the sixth time in nine games with the Jets. Bell couldn't get free for a run longer than four yards all afternoon, but he made fantasy managers happy with a one-yard plunge into the end zone early in the fourth quarter. Though the rushing score was only his second of the season, Bell has a nice opportunity to start building a touchdown streak, as the easy…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Bell (knee/ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: The running back tweeted Saturday that he'd play and that outcome is official now that the Jets have released their Week 10 inactive list. Assuming no in-game setbacks, Bell will continue to be a focal part of his team's offense Sunday, with his pass-catching ability (he hauled in eight passes for 55 yards in Week 9's loss to Miami) -- on top of his role as the team's undisputed lead rusher -- adding value to his fantasy profile.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Says he's playing
Bell (knee/ankle) tweeted Saturday night that he's playing Sunday against the Giants.
Analysis: Bell was already looking on the right side of questionable and now we have it straight from the workhorse's mouth that he'll be out there. His questionable tag is just a formality at this point -- you can trust that he'll be on the field.
Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 4:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Bell (knee/ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants after practicing in a limited fashion both Thursday and Friday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bell kicked off the practice week with an absence Wednesday, but after logging back-to-back limited sessions, Cimini notes that the running back is expected to be a go for Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If, however, Bell is limited at all this weekend, Bilal Powell and Ty Montgomery would be next up for touches out of the Jets' backfield, but at this stage it looks like Bell is going to tough it out Sunday.
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Looking good for Week 10
Bell (knee) will be limited at practice Friday, but head coach Adam Gase said "it looks good" when asked about Bell's chances of playing Sunday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Bell was unable to practice Wednesday as a result of his injury, but with him practicing each of the following days, it's looking like he will be good to go for Week 10. The Jets will reveal Bell's official status for Sunday's game against the Giants after practice, but a final call on his availability may not come until game day.
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Thursday
As expected, Bell (knee/ankle) returned to a limited practice Thursday.
Analysis: Bell sat out Wednesday's practice, so this is a step in the right direction for the running back. Per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, a fourth-quarter hit in Week 9's loss to the Dolphins left Bell banged up and sore, but coach Adam Gase has expressed optimism the Jets' top rusher will play Sunday against the Giants. Friday's final Week 10 practice/injury report should add a degree of clarity to the matter.
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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In line for limited session
Bell (knee) is scheduled to participate in practice on a limited basis Thursday according to head coach Adam Gase, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Stay tuned for the official practice report, but this appears to be a positive development for Bell's prospects of playing in Week 10. While the team promoted Josh Adams from the practice squad to serve as an insurance policy while Bell deals with knee soreness, the backfield situation is one that holds a lot of question marks three days away from the home matchup against the Giants. Even if Thursday's scheduled session goes well, fantasy owners would ideally like to see him log a full practice…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 8:01am by Rotowire.com
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Avoids structural damage to knee
Coach Adam Gase said Wednesday that Bell's MRI revealed no structural damage to his knee or ankle, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports. The running back won't practice Wednesday, with Gase noting that Bell is "pretty sore."
Analysis: The Jets' decision to elevate running back Josh Adams from the practice squad Tuesday initially seemed to indicate more concern about Bell's health, but Adam Schefter of ESPN later relayed New York made the transaction to block other teams from signing Adams. Gase's comments support the notion that Bell isn't dealing with a major injury, with the coach predicting that the 27-year-old would be ready to play Sunday against the Giants, per Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News. Bell would…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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Won't practice Wednesday
Bell (knee) won't participate in Wednesday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Jets have yet to reveal the results of the MRI that Bell required on his injured knee Monday, but coach Adam Gase's decision to rule the running back out for practice a day in advance implies some level of concern about his status for the Week 10 matchup with the Giants. Bilal Powell and Ty Montgomery are the next men up behind Bell in the Jets' backfield, and the team promoted Josh Adams from the practice squad Tuesday to offer another option at the position.
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Undergoing MRI on knee
Bell had an MRI on his knee Monday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: After accruing 121 yards from scrimmage but no TDs on 25 touches during Sunday's loss at Miami, Bell seemingly emerged with a knee injury. The nature and severity of the issue will be determined in due time.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Back over 100 scrimmage yards
Bell rushed 17 times for 66 yards and caught eight of nine targets for 55 more in Sunday's 26-18 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Workload certainly wasn't a problem for Bell after his light usage in Week 8, as coach Adam Gase leaned on the running back perhaps to a fault, calling a few third-down running plays that failed when a pass might have done the trick. New York is quickly spiraling into dysfunction, which is not a good formula for a running back, as it's tough to garner much volume when you're playing from behind. Bell is able to alleviate some of those issues due to his proficiency as a receiver, but his fantasy…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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