Fantasy Player Profile
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| 3 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Not in MNF mix
Bell wasn't promoted to the Ravens' active roster in advance of Monday night's game against the Raiders, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The same applies to fellow practice squad member Devonta Freeman, and as a result Ty'Son Williams, Latavius Murray and Trenton Cannon will handle the Ravens' Week 1 running back duties. Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic noted Sunday that Bell still is working his way into game shape, but once the veteran back is up to speed both physically and in terms of Baltimore's playbook, he could enter the the team's backfield mix, though if so he'd likely work in a complementary role, at least initially.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited workload if activated
Bell likely will be looking at a small workload if he's called up from Baltimore's practice squad for Monday's game at Las Vegas, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: Ty'Son Williams, a 2020 UDFA, is the favorite to lead Baltimore's backfield in the opener, having been with the organization for more than a year now. However, he's never played in a regular-season game, while Bell and recent signing Latavius Murray both offer a wealth of NFL experience. Then there's Trenton Cannon, the third RB on the active roster, but he's mostly a special teams guy or maybe an option for passing downs. While there are still plenty of obstacles standing between Bell and a…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Promotion appears likely
Bell's chances of being promoted from the Ravens' practice squad to the active roster ahead of Monday's season opener at Las Vegas increased Thursday after fellow running back Gus Edwards sustained what appeared to be a serious non-contact knee injury, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Edwards is scheduled to undergo further testing before the severity of his injury is known, but according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Baltimore fears its projected top back may have sustained a torn ACL. If the injury is confirmed, Edwards would become the third Baltimore running back to sustain a season-ending injury before Week 1, joining J.K. Dobbins (knee) and Justice Hill (Achilles). Even if Edwards' injury proves to be less significant, he looks doubtful to play Monday against Las…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be promoted by Monday
Coach John Harbaugh noted Thursday that there's a chance Bell could be promoted to the Ravens' active roster ahead of Monday night's game against the Raiders.
Analysis: The 29-year-old back is coming off a 2020 season (in which he played two games for the Jets and nine for the Chiefs) that resulted in a 82-328-2 rushing stat line and 16 catches for 138 yards for the one-time fantasy stalwart. Though Trenton Cannon was signed to the team's 53-man roster to provide immediate depth behind Gus Edwards and Ty'Son Williams, it's not hard to imagine Bell -- who practiced with the Ravens on Wednesday -- earning a promotion in the coming days. In such a scenario, he…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Staying on practice squad
The Ravens may eventually call Bell up from the practice squad, but fellow running back Trenton Cannon was elevated to the 53-man roster Wednesday instead, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official website reports.
Analysis: Bell was signed to the practice squad Tuesday and may still be third in line for carries after Gus Edwards and Ty'Son Williams, but the Ravens will prioritize special teams with their third backfield spot for the season opener after choosing Cannon over the former Steelers superstar. While he doesn't seem to have much left in the tank as a runner, Bell could eventually be Baltimore's best option for passing downs once he learns the playbook. The team has already lost RBs J.K. Dobbins (knee) and…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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Joins Baltimore's practice squad
Bell signed with the Ravens and joined their practice squad Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: First, J.K. Dobbins tore his ACL during preseason Week 3, leaving Baltimore somewhat thin at running back. Then, 2019 fourth-round pick Justice Hill sustained a torn Achilles in practice last week, leaving Gus Edwards and Ty'Son Williams as the only running backs on the Ravens roster. Bell will likely be elevated from the practice squad on a weekly basis, but it remains to be seen if he'll become familiar enough with the offense to be available Week 1 at Las Vegas.
Published: Tue, Sep 7 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Works out for Baltimore
Bell was one of three running backs who worked out for the Ravens on Monday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Also getting a look were Devonta Freeman and Elijah Holyfield, which makes sense, given a report that Justice Hill has suffered a season-ending Achilles injury. For now, Gus Edwards and Ty'Son Williams are Baltimore's top healthy running backs, but it's clear that the team plans to add depth at the position. If Bell ends up signing with the team, there would appear to be a path to a degree of complementary work behind Edwards.
Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Still intends to play in 2021
Bell still intends to play in 2021, Reuters Sports reports.
Analysis: Bell posted a series of tweets Thursday in which he said that he's waiting to sign until he can find a team that will offer him ample offensive opportunities. The 29-year-old was released by the Jets early last year after the team was unable to find a trade partner. However, he signed with Kansas City in October and appeared in nine games with the team to close out the regular season. During that time, he rushed 63 times for 254 yards and two touchdowns and hauled in 13 of his 17 targets for 99…read more
Published: Sun, May 30 at 8:29pm by Rotowire.com
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No action in Super Bowl LV
Bell did not touch the ball during Kansas City's 31-9 loss to the Buccaneers in Super Bowl LV.
Analysis: Bell's offensive opportunities completely dried up with Clyde Edwards-Helaire back in the lineup, especially with Darrel Williams keeping a firm grip on the Chiefs' change-of-pace role. The soon-to-be 29-year-old appeared in nine regular-season games with Kansas City after being cut by the Jets in Week 5, and he logged 63 carries for 254 yards (4.0 YPC) and two scores in that span. Bell also caught 13 of 17 targets for 99 yards with the Chiefs. Now heading for free agency, the memory of Bell's…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 7 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play
Bell (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for the Super Bowl against Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Analysis: Bell closed out the week with a full practice and will be ready for his first Super Bowl. It isn't clear he'll have a meaningful role, as he got just two carries and three targets in the divisional round of the playoffs, working well behind Darrel Williams in a game Clyde Edwards-Helaire missed. With the rookie now healthy, Bell looks like Option C in the KC backfield.
Published: Fri, Feb 5 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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Limited again
Bell (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bell should be ready for the Super Bowl, but snaps and touches could be hard to come by with both Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Darrel Williams healthy in the KC backfield. It's also a tough matchup, as the Bucs field a top-five run defense for the second straight year.
Published: Thu, Feb 4 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Bell (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: At this point, Bell -- who sat out the Chiefs' AFC Championship Game win over the Bills -- is expected to be available for Sunday's Super Bowl LV matchup with the Buccaneers. That said, his role for that contest is looking uncertain, as he looks to be behind both Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Darrel Williams on the depth chart at this point. Given the uncertain health of Bell's knee along with his inability to contribute on special teams, it wouldn't be overly surprising if he was inactive for the…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 3 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Bell (knee) didn't practice Friday.
Analysis: Sammy Watkins (calf) followed the same practice route this week, going LP, LP, DNP. Both players are estimated as 'questionable' on the Friday injury report, but there's still plenty of time for the designation to change before the Super Bowl on Feb. 7.
Published: Fri, Jan 29 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice again
Bell (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: The Chiefs expect Bell to return for the Super Bowl, but he won't necessarily have an important role in the offense. Limited practices Wednesday and Thursday put him on track to make it back to full participation at some point next week.
Published: Thu, Jan 28 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to start week
The Chiefs listed Bell (knee) as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.
Analysis: Bell missed the Chiefs' win over the Bills in the AFC Championship Game last weekend due to knee swelling, but the Chiefs expect him to be available for the Feb. 7 Super Bowl matchup with the Buccaneers. Either way, his status shouldn't have much impact on the game plan, as Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Darrel Williams both have been working ahead of Bell.
Published: Wed, Jan 27 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be ready for Super Bowl
Bell (knee) is expected to be available to play in Super Bowl LV, ESPN's Dianna Russini reports.
Analysis: Assuming Bell is available a week from Sunday, it remains to be seen what his role might be versus the Buccaneers. Though Clyde Edwards-Helaire was able to play in the AFC Championship Game, it was Darrel Williams who served as Kansas City's lead back in the team's 38-24 win over the Bills. Bell therefore seems likely to work in a complementary role if he suits up against Tampa Bay.
Published: Tue, Jan 26 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive versus Bills
Bell (knee) is inactive for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bills, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: While Bell is unavailable, fellow running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle/hip) is listed as active for the first time since Week 15. That said, it remains to be seen how much Edwards-Helaire will be used versus the Bills, with Darrel Williams, who led Kansas City's backfield in last weekend's divisional-round win over the Browns, also on hand Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 24 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Looks unlikely for Sunday's game
Bell (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bills, is considered unlikely to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, rookie running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle/hip) -- who is also listed as questionable -- looks poised to be available, though the extent of his role will likely be determined based on how he feels in pregame warmups and early in Sunday's contest. The expected return of Edwards-Helaire should alleviate the likely absence of Bell, who had already appeared to fall to third on the depth chart with Darrel Williams dominating the work out of the backfield in last week's…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 24 at 5:42am by Rotowire.com
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Designated as questionable
Bell (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Buffalo.
Analysis: Bell was added to the injury report Thursday and closed out the week missing back-to-back practices. Meanwhile, fellow RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) was a limited participant throughout the week and is hoping to suit up for the first time since Week 15. Bell got just two carries and 11 snaps in the wild-card round, so he'll likely be stuck behind Darrel Williams even if CEH doesn't play and Bell does.
Published: Fri, Jan 22 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Bothered by swollen knee
Bell was held out of Thursday's practice after he experienced some swelling in his knee, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Bell was listed on the injury report with a knee issue last week, but he was a full practice participant Wednesday through Friday and ended up active for the 22-17 win over Cleveland. He finished the game with only two carries and 11 snaps, so his presence (or lack thereof) shouldn't have much impact on the Chiefs' gameplan for the AFC Championship Game. Bell might even be a healthy-ish scratch if Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) is cleared to play.
Published: Thu, Jan 21 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes back seat to Williams
Bell rushed twice for six yards and failed to catch either of his targets in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Browns in the AFC divisional round.
Analysis: Bell was a non-factor while Darrel Williams gained 94 yards on 17 touches in Clyde Edwards-Helaire's (knee) absence. Even if Edwards-Helaire is unable to return for next week's AFC Championship Game against the Bills, Bell's unlikely to make much of an impact given his lack of usage in this one.
Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to lead backfield
Bell is expected to lead the Chiefs backfield Sunday against the Browns with Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) inactive, Matt McCullen of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Edwards-Helaire was absent in three different games this season -- Weeks 13, 16 and 17 -- giving Bell a chance to be the main running back. While Bell didn't get any run in the regular-season finale, he earned 21 touches in the other two contests en route to 94 yards from scrimmage and no touchdowns. There's a chance he yields touches to Darrel Williams and perhaps even Darwin Thompson, but Bell is the most noteworthy option at RB for the Chiefs.
Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for divisional round
Bell does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's AFC divisional-round matchup against the Browns.
Analysis: Bell was listed on Kansas City's injury report all week due to a knee issue, but he logged a trio of unrestricted practice sessions. Meanwhile, top running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle/hip) has missed back-to-back practices and is officially listed as questionable. If Edwards-Helaire is unable to go versus the Browns, Bell and Darrel Williams will stand to handle the top roles in Kansas City's backfield.
Published: Fri, Jan 15 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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No action in regular-season finale
Bell (coach's decision) didn't see the field in Sunday's 38-21 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: While Bell didn't take any snaps, he was in uniform for the contest and available if needed. Instead, the Chiefs leaned on Darwin Thompson to handle most of the backfield reps, with Darrel Williams also factoring in for a few snaps. The Chiefs were likely just preserving the health of Bell and Williams for the postseason with little on the line in Week 17, but both players could be headed for smaller roles regardless when Kansas City returns from a first-round playoff bye to play Jan. 16 or 17.…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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In uniform Sunday
Bell (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: That said, with Kansas City having clinched a first-round playoff bye, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network relays that Bell seems unlikely to see much action Sunday, as the team can afford to rest a number of key players and those with nagging injuries. With Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) inactive, Rapoport believes that Darwin Thompson is in line to see the bulk of the team's carries in Week 17, with Darrel Williams also on hand.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be available Sunday
Bell (knee) is expected to suit up Sunday against the Chargers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: However, with Kansas City having clinched the AFC's No. 1 playoff seed, Rapoport adds that if Bell does play in Sunday's 4:25 ET game, "it'll be very little." With Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) already ruled out, the report suggests that Darwin Thompson is slated to get the bulk of Kansas City's carries in Week 17.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:51am by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for Week 17
The Chiefs list Bell (knee) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Withheld from the Chiefs' first two Week 17 practices due to his right knee injury, Bell returned to the field in limited capacity Friday to keep himself in consideration to play in the regular-season finale. Since the Chiefs have already locked up the AFC's No. 1 seed, head coach Andy Reid has already said that several key players will be rested this weekend. Regarding Bell, Nate Taylor of The Athletic notes that Reid was unwilling to say how much the veteran running back might play if active…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses another practice
Bell (knee) didn't practice Thursday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) also didn't practice, and it's possible that neither back suits up Sunday against the Chargers, with Kansas City having clinched the AFC's No. 1 seed and a first-round playoff bye. Next up for carries if that happens would be Darrel Williams and Darwin Thompson, with Elijah McGuire a candidate to be elevated from the team's practice squad.
Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Tending to knee issue
Bell didn't practice Wednesday due to an inflamed right knee, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle/hip) was sidelined for the Week 16 win over the Falcons, Bell split backfield work fairly evenly with Darrel Williams. Bell looks to have picked up the knee issue along the way, and while it doesn't appear to be a major concern, the Chiefs aren't incentivized to have the veteran play through the issue Week 17 against the Chargers. The Chiefs have already secured the AFC's No. 1 seed, so Bell will likely have his reps managed carefully if he gains clearance for…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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No bell-cow role sans CEH
Bell registered 30 yards on seven carries and caught one of three targets for nine yards during Sunday's 17-14 win over Atlanta.
Analysis: Darrel Williams' 10 carries represented a team high, as the Chiefs deployed a pass-heavy script consisting of 45 attempts. Bell, the two-time All-Pro, seemed poised to assume the lead role with Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle/hip) ruled out, but Week 16 yielded yet another pedestrian output. Looking ahead to the Chiefs' regular-season finale against the Chargers, Bell's workload seems challenging to predict even with Edwards-Helaire expected to sit. Kansas City may want to get the 28-year-old…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for bigger workload
Bell is poised for a larger workload Sunday against the Falcons with Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle/hip) officially out, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: After Edwards-Helaire sustained a high left ankle sprain and strained left hip this past Sunday versus the Saints, he wasn't expected to be able to play again until at least the postseason. Still, coach Andy Reid didn't rule Edwards-Helaire out until Friday. With the decision now set in stone, Bell will be Kansas City's primary running back Week 16, with Darrel Williams and Darwin Thompson on hand for any reps that linger. On the season, Bell has averaged 4.0 yards per carry, hauled in 15 of 17…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for increased role
Bell is expected to see more work over the final two weeks of the regular season following the news that Clyde-Edwards Helaire has suffered a high-ankle sprain that could sideline the rookie until the playoffs, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Bell was on track for his biggest output since joining the Chiefs in Sunday's win over the Saints even before Edwards-Helaire exited with the injury. The veteran finished with 15 carries for 62 yards and a score to go with a 14-yard reception. He still only logged 32 percent of the snaps against the Saints, but Bell's playing time should skyrocket over the final two weeks of the regular season if Edwards-Helaire is in fact out. Bell is worthy of a waiver pickup in leagues where available on the…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Scores TD in win over Saints
Bell carried the ball 15 times for 62 yards and a touchdown and caught his only target for 14 yards in Sunday's 32-29 win over the Saints.
Analysis: His 12-yard scamper early in the fourth quarter gave Bell his second TD of the season. The veteran back could take over the lead role in Week 16 after Clyde Edwards-Helaire suffered a hip/leg injury in this one, setting Bell up for a potentially productive game against a Falcons defense that just surrendered two rushing touchdowns to Leonard Fournette.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 7:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to backup role
Bell rushed twice for 21 yards and reeled in two of his three targets for another 14 yards Sunday versus the Dolphins.
Analysis: After handling the starting duties last week with Clyde Edwards-Helaire feeling under the weather, Bell resumed his backup duties in Week 14, appearing on a season-low 18 percent of the Chiefs' offensive snaps. The veteran back made the most of his time on the field, producing 35 yards on just four touches and 11 snaps, but he's unlikely to hold a ton of fantasy value when Edwards-Helaire is part of the equation.
Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Thrust into starting role
Bell led Kansas City's backfield with 11 carries for 40 yards and two receptions (three targets) for 15 yards in Sunday's 22-16 win over Denver.
Analysis: Usual starter Clyde Edwards-Helaire came down with a stomach bug late in the week, though he was listed as active prior to kickoff Sunday. That move appeared to be a strategic one, as the rookie standout did not receive a touch all evening, opening the door for Bell to take over as the starter for the first time with his new club. The former All-Pro was unable to take advantage of the opportunity, posting pedestrian numbers in a contest that was much closer that it should have been on paper. It…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production again
Bell logged five carries for 22 yards and reeled in both of his targets for 10 yards in Sunday's win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Despite Bell seeing more usage (30 percent of offensive snaps) Sunday than he did last week, he actually wound up with one fewer touch and didn't reach paydirt. The veteran back continues to serve as the No. 2 option behind Clyde Edwards-Helaire but remains primarily a handcuff at this point.
Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Scores first TD in 2020
Bell ran the ball seven times for 25 yards and a touchdown and caught his lone target for 11 yards in Sunday's 35-31 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: It took a midseason trade and six games, but Bell finally hit pay dirt for the first time in 2020. Sunday's contest gave us the clearest view of a competitive game script from start to finish since the former All-Pro joined Kansas City's backfield in Week 7, but it still resulted in single-digit touches while starter Clyde Edwards-Helaire nearly doubled that workload (14 carries for 69 yards and two touchdowns and one reception for eight yards). Bell could end up seeing more opportunities as…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 1:45am by Rotowire.com
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Limited workload in win
Bell rushed four times for eight yards and brought in his only target for minus-5 yards in the Chiefs' 33-31 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Bell endured a disappointing day for the third time in as many games as a Chief, with his four carries serving as a season low. The former Pro Bowler's lack of usage is concerning, but a game script that turned away from the run after Kansas City surprisingly fell behind by a 14-3 score in the first half was partly to blame. Bell and fantasy managers will hope for a bigger workload in the recent acquisition's timeshare with Clyde Edwards-Helaire during a Week 11 matchup versus the Raiders…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet against former team
Bell rushed six times for seven yards and caught all three of his targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 35-9 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Bell and Clyde Edwards-Helaire each got nine touches, and Bell actually came out ahead 38-31 in scrimmage yards. The veteran's ineptitude on the ground was highlighted by a stuffed 4th-and-1 attempt in the third quarter, as Bell's former team kept the recent departee from making much of an impact. While a poor performance from Bell meant a near-automatic loss in New York, Patrick Mahomes had no problem putting the team on his back and threw five touchdowns. Although Bell will have to compete…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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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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