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Fantasy Player Profile Blake Bell

  • Blake Bell
  • TE #81
  • Blake
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@GB: #19 vs opposing TE - 12.35 FPA
Bye Week10Rank77% Rostered0.1% Change-WK 12 Pts0.00WK 13 Pts0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1DET
Loss, 20-21
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2@JAX
Win, 17-9
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3CHI
Win, 41-10
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4@NYJ
Win, 23-20
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5@MIN
Win, 27-20
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6DEN
Win, 19-8
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7LAC
Win, 31-17
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8@DEN
Loss, 9-24
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9MIA
Win, 21-14
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10Bye  ------------0.00
11PHI
Loss, 17-21
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12@LV
Win, 31-17
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13@GB
Loss, 19-27
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14BUF
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15@NE
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16LV
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17CIN
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18@LAC
TBDGet Tickets
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2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1DET,
L 20-21
--121-9.20
2@JAX,
W 17-9
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3CHI,
W 41-10
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4@NYJ,
W 23-20
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5@MIN,
W 27-20
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6DEN,
W 19-8
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7LAC,
W 31-17
--7-1-0.30
8@DEN,
L 9-24
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9MIA,
W 21-14
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10Bye-----0.00
11PHI,
L 17-21
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12@LV,
W 31-17
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13@GB,
L 19-27
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14BUF,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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15@NE,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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16LV,
Mon 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17CIN,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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18@LAC,
TBDGet Tickets
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News

  • Snaps drop down in Kelce's return

    Bell went without a target across 14 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-9 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Bell logged 25 snaps on offense and cashed in with two catches for 12 yards and a touchdown in the Chiefs' season-opening loss to the Lions, but as expected, his opportunities took a hit Week 2 with top tight end Travis Kelce (knee) returning to the lineup. The 32-year-old remains the clear third option on the depth chart behind Kelce and Noah Gray.

    Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in Kelce's absence Thursday

    Bell brought in two of three targets for 12 yards and a touchdown in the Chiefs' 21-20 loss to the Lions on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Bell and Noah Gray filled in for the sidelined Travis Kelce (knee) on Thursday, and the former did his share by recording a four-yard touchdown grab late in the first half to snap a 7-7 tie. The veteran tight end's score marked only his second career trip to the end zone across 101 regular-season games, and if Kelce is healthy enough to suit up for a Week 2 visit to the Jaguars a week from Sunday, Bell should be back to his very minor pass-catching role.

    Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 9:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Re-signs with Chiefs

    Bell and the Chiefs agreed to a one-year contract Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Bell will return to Kansas City for a fourth straight season with the team in 2023. As a backup option behind Travis Kelce at tight end, Bell appeared in three games in 2022, reeling in two catches for 20 yards and a score. With the departures of JuJu Smith-Schuster and Mecole Hardman at wide receiver this offseason, it's possible that Bell could be asked to step into a larger role next season.

    Published: Fri, Mar 24 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Small involvement late in 2022

    Bell caught his only target for three yards during the Week 18 victory versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: Bell spent most of the 2022 campaign on injured reserve due to a hip flexor injury that required surgery. He didn't rejoin the action until Week 16 and played minimal offensive snaps over the final three weeks. Despite that, the veteran backup tight end compiled a pair of catches for 20 yards and his first career touchdown. Bell is late enough in his career that he's clearly not going to turn into a significant receiving threat, so he can be left on waiver wires everywhere heading into 2023.…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 17 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from injured reserve

    The Chiefs activated Bell (hip) from injured reserve Friday.

    Analysis: Bell, who's yet to play this year while rehabbing from hip surgery, was designated to return from injured reserve Tuesday and has been added to the active roster Friday. He's on track to make his season debut Saturday against the Seahawks, but fantasy mangers are still encouraged to confirm his status ahead of kickoff. If he's indeed available, he'll likely assume the backup role behind Travis Kelce and Noah Gray that was previously held by Jody Fortson, who's been placed on injured reserve…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could suit up Week 16

    Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Thursday that he feels "pretty good" that Bell (hip) will be activated from IR ahead of Saturday's game against the Seahawks, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Bell was placed on IR after undergoing surgery to address a hip flexor injury in late August. The 31-year-old was designated to return from injured reserve Tuesday, and it appears he could be ready to suit up again at the earliest possible opportunity Week 16. Bell caught nine passes for 87 yards over 16 regular-season games last season, With Jody Fortson (elbow) already ruled out against Seattle, Bell could immediately step back in as the Chiefs' No. 3 tight end behind Travis Kelce and Noah…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return from IR

    The Chiefs designated Bell (hip) to return from injured reserve Tuesday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell practiced Tuesday for the first time this season, which begins a 21-day window for him to be added to the active roster. It's unclear if he'll suit up in Week 16, but if he's available, he could help replace the potential absence of Jody Fortson, who's unlikely to play against the Seahawks due to an elbow injury, per head coach Andy Reid, Sweeney reports.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Return timeline still unclear

    Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Bell (hip) is close to a return but added the tight end could also be sidelined for a couple more weeks, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Bell began the campaign on IR following surgery to repair a hip flexor injury he suffered in late August and has remained sidelined since. While Reid's comments about the tight end being close to a return are encouraging, the head coach had a similar sentiment ahead of Kansas City's Week 8 bye, but Bell still remains on IR to start Week 9. It sounds like the Chiefs expect the tight end to return this season, but they don't appear to be in any rush to get him back on the active roster.

    Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearing return

    Bell (hip) could return after the team's Week 8 bye, according to head coach Andy Reid, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Bell was placed on IR on Sept. 5 after undergoing surgery to repair a hip flexor injury he suffered in late August. A timetable for his return was previously unknown, but he's already surpassed the minimum four-week stay on injured reserve. So, as soon as he's feeling healthy enough to get back on the field, he'll be eligible.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on injured reserve

    The Chiefs placed Bell (hip) on injured reserve Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell underwent surgery to address a hip flexor injury in late August and doesn't yet have a timetable for return, but he'll be forced to miss at least the first four weeks of the regular season. Once the 2015 fourth-rounder is back to full health, he's expected to serve as depth at tight end behind Travis Kelce.

    Published: Mon, Sep 5 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to start season on IR

    Bell (hip) is expected to make the Chiefs' initial 53-man roster then be placed on IR, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell's placement on IR won't be season-ending due to him making Kansas City's initial 53-man roster, but he will be required to miss at least the first four games of the season once the move is made official. Once healthy, Bell is expected to handle an important depth role behind Travis Kelce.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with hip flexor

    Bell is without a timeline to return from surgery to address a hip flexor injury, ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell suffered the injury in the Chiefs' preseason opener, which ultimately led to him undergoing surgery. Head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that it's an "unusual" injury, and Reid added that he doesn't expect to see Bell on the field in the near future. The tight end could end up on injured reserve next week, a move that Reid did not rule out.

    Published: Wed, Aug 24 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes hip procedure

    Bell recently underwent surgery to address a hip flexor injury, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: While a timetable for Bell's return hasn't been outlined, it seems likely he'll miss regular-season action. In his absence, Noah Grayand Jody Fortson are next up for tight end reps behind the team's clear-cut top option at the position, Travis Kelce.

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains sidelined with hip flexor

    Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Bell (hip) didn't practice Monday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell was carted off the field during Saturday's preseason contest due to the hip flexor injury, but the severity of the issue remains unclear. In his absence, Noah Gray and Jody Fortson are candidates for increased roles behind Travis Kelce.

    Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures hip

    Bell (hip) was carted off during Saturday's preseason contest against the Bears and is questionable to return, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: The backup tight end was pushing to be involved more in the offense after consecutive seasons under 400 offensive snaps. Noah Gray and Jody Fortson should see more playing time in Bell's absence.

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains in Kansas City

    Bell signed a one-year contract with Kansas City on Thursday.

    Analysis: Bell appeared in 16 games for the Chiefs last year and secured nine of 13 targets for 87 yards while rushing four times for 10 yards. He's unlikely to play a significant role in the team's offense as long as Travis Kelce remains healthy.

    Published: Thu, Mar 24 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Closes out 2021 on quiet note

    Bell was not targeted on his 21 offensive snaps in the regular-season finale versus the Broncos.

    Analysis: The Belldozer compiled just nine total catches for 87 yards on 13 targets during the 2021 season and has just two seasons total with double-digit receptions. The veteran tight end still hasn't caught a touchdown pass in his career and enters the offseason set to become an unrestricted free agent following a one-year deal. With Noah Gray developing behind Travis Kelce, Bell may be ticketed for a spot elsewhere in 2022.

    Published: Fri, Jan 14 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four touches in Week 17

    Bell hauled in all of his three targets for 35 yards and rushed once for a pair of yards in Sunday's game against the Bengals.

    Analysis: Bell's rush came in the form of a fourth-down trick play in which he motioned under center and took what was essentially a quarterback sneak for the first down. Bell has some experience under center from his college days but doesn't figure to be utilized in that capacity very often, rushing just four times all season. He also finished with a season-high three catches in the contest, though the 36 percent offensive snap count aligns with what he's seen all season and would suggest this is most…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One grab in Week 16

    Bell compiled just one catch for 11 yards on his lone target Sunday versus the Steelers.

    Analysis: Bell has notched no more than one catch in a game this season and has had more than one target just once. That didn't change even with Travis Kelce (COVID-19 protocols) out for the contest. Noah Gray benefited a little more, but neither tight end factored much into the equation. That is unlikely to change anytime soon, especially if Kelce is part of the mix again moving forward.

    Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 6:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from reserve/COVID-19 list

    Bell was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell was on the COVID list for just three days before his activation Friday. Meanwhile, superstar tight end Travis Kelce has not yet passed through league COVID protocols, putting Bell in position to potentially start Sunday against Pittsburgh. Kelce's return in time for the contest has not yet been ruled out, however, so the situation remains murky for fantasy managers who roster Kelce and/or are considering picking up Bell.

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back from COVID list

    Bell is expected to come off the reserve/COVID-19 list in advance of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: While such a move has yet to be confirmed by the team, Bell's Week 16 status is noteworthy, with Kansas City's top tight end Travis Kelce (illness) also on the reserve/COVID-19 list. If Bell is activated for Sunday's contest and Kelce isn't, Bell would be line to share TE work with Noah Gray versus Pittsburgh.

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on reserve/COVID-19 list

    Bell was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The tight end tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday and now joins the long list of Kansas City players that have been added to the reserve/COVID-19 list in the last few days. With both Bell and Travis Kelce in the protocols, Noah Gray is the last remaining active tight end on the roster at the moment.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One target versus Chargers

    Bell was unable to haul in his lone target Thursday against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Bell has played more than 20 percent of snaps in all but one game he's appeared in this season but hasn't recorded more than a single catch in any one game.That could change next week, however, with Travis Kelce being placed on the COVID-19/reserve list Monday. Bell would presumably take over as the team's top tight end if Kelce is unable to clear the league's protocol in time, with Noah Gray also figuring into the mix more often.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Overcomes back issue

    Bell (back) returned to full practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Bell missed the team's Week 6 matchup against Washington. However, he has seemingly recovered from the issue and should be in for a return in Week 7 against the Titans. Bell should continue to occupy the backup tight end role, and he's recorded four receptions for 33 yards through five games on the campaign.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 6

    Bell (back) won't play in Sunday's contest against Washington, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Bell didn't practice at all this week, so his status for Sunday shouldn't be a surprise. The 30-year-old has played at least 17 offensive snaps in all five games this season, so Noah Gray and Jody Fortson should be in line for an increased workload behind Travis Kelce on Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't practice Thursday

    Bell (back) won't participate in Thursday's practice, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell will be held out of practice for a second straight day as he continues to deal with a back injury. If he hopes to play Sunday against Washington, he'll presumably need to return to practice in some capacity Friday.

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Bell (back) didn't practice Wednesday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear when Bell picked up the injury, but it's worth monitoring throughout the week. Travis Kelce (neck) also is questionable for Week 6, so Noah Gray and Jody Fortson could be in line for extended work against Washington.

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with Chiefs

    Bell has signed a one-year deal with the Chiefs, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Bell spent last season with the Cowboys, logging 11 catches for 110 yards in 16 games. He's now set to return to Kansas City, where he played in 2019 and will provide the team with a capable blocking tight end presence behind star pass catcher Travis Kelce.

    Published: Thu, Mar 18 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Small role in 2020

    Bell (neck) caught 11 of 15 targets for 110 yards over 16 games for the Cowboys in 2020.

    Analysis: After Blake Jarwin (knee) was lost for the season in Week 1, Dalton Schultz moved into the No. 1 tight end spot for Dallas, but Bell remained purely a blocker for the most part. Even so, the 110 receiving yards was the veteran TE's best total since he was a rookie with the 49ers in 2015. A free agent once again, Bell could find himself playing for his sixth team in six years in 2021.

    Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up stinger

    Bell (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Giants due to a stinger, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: If Bell is unable to return to Sunday's regular-season finale, Sean McKeon will step in as the No. 2 tight end behind Dalton Schultz. The 29-year-old wasn't targeted before leaving the field Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear of illness for Week 16

    Blake (illness) is listed as active heading into Sunday's game against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Bell couldn't practice Thursday while dealing with a non-COVID-19-related illness, but the tight end has proven capable of recuperating in time for Dallas' Week 16 kickoff. The 29-year-old remains without a missed game all season, but his passing-game involvement has been sparse. Bell has accumulated three catches for 23 yards over his past three outings, as Dalton Schultz stands firmly fixed atop the depth chart with nine catches for 92 yards and a touchdown in the same span.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Bell (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old was added to the injury report Thursday with the non-COVID-19 illness, and his status for Sunday remains in question. Sean McKeon would serve as Dallas' secondary tight end behind Dalton Schultz if Bell is unable to play this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing practice with illness

    Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy said Bell won't practice Thursday while he recovers from a non-COVID-19-related illness, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Though Bell will miss his second straight workout, McCarthy said he expects the tight end to be ready to go for Sunday's game against the Eagles. Bell has served as the top backup to Dalton Schultz for much of the season, totaling 10 receptions for 103 yards on 14 targets over 14 games.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reels in 10-yard pass

    Bell caught his lone target for 10 yards in Sunday's 41-33 win over the 49ers. He also rushed once for two yards.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, position mate Dalton Schultz was targeted twice, translating into two catches for 14 yards and a score. Bell has been targeted just six times over the past eight games; he won't be valuable for fantasy unless Schultz gets hurt.

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches short pass

    Bell caught his lone target for a gain of two yards in Tuesday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: Bell has been targeted just six times over the last eight games, translating into four receptions for 24 yards. He continues to garner consistent playing time in a blocking role, but he has no fantasy value as the No. 2 tight end in Andy Dalton's offense.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go for Thursday

    Bell (back) practiced in full Wednesday and does not have an injury designation heading into Thursday's clash against Washington, per Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio.

    Analysis: Bell began the week with a pair of limited practice sessions, but his full participation Wednesday will allow him to take the field on Thanksgiving. The tight end out of Oklahoma has corralled only seven passes this year behind starter Dalton Schultz, so he's not likely to make much of an impact in terms of fantasy production.

    Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Tuesday

    Bell (back) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old apparently picked up the injury during Sunday's win over the Vikings, and he's been estimated as a limited participant on the first two practice reports of the week. Bell appears on track to play Thursday against Washington, though he may receive the questionable tag if he's unable to put in a full practice Wednesday.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice Monday

    Bell (back) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimate, Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Bell logged his lowest snap share of the season (21 percent) in Sunday's win over the Vikings, so it's possible that this injury was affecting him during the game. While it's encouraging that he avoided a DNP on Monday, Bell's practice status Tuesday should provide a better idea of his status for Thursday's game against Washington.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches fifth reception of season

    Bell hauled in his lone target for a 13-yard gain Sunday in the Cowboys' 37-34 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Bell actually outproduced starting tight end Dalton Schultz (one catch for six yards on three targets), but don't expect that to result in a more even distribution of the work at the position in future weeks. Schultz had recorded 17 receptions for 208 yards across the previous three weeks, and he still played 58 of the 68 offensive snaps (88 percent) on Sunday. Bell, meanwhile, played just 18 snaps (27 percent).

    Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to action Sunday

    Bell (knee) has re-entered Sunday's game against the Giants, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Bell briefly left the field with a knee issue Sunday, but he managed to return without missing much time. He'll resume working as the top backup to Dalton Schultz.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves Sunday's game

    Bell was forced out of Sunday's game against the Giants with a right knee injury, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Bell departed in the first quarter after reeling in his lone target for a 13-yard gain. It didn't appear too serious at the time, but if he's unable to return, Sean McKeon is due for an increase in reps behind starter Dalton Schultz.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two catches in Week 2

    Bell caught two of three targets for 34 yards in Sunday's comeback win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: With Blake Jarwin (knee) done for the year, Dalton Schultz stepped up and posted a 9-88-1 line on 10 targets as the Cowboys' new No. 1 tight end, but Bell got a little more involved in the passing game as well. There could be more opportunities for both players Week 3 against a Seahawks defense that just gave up 397 passing yards to Cam Newton, but Bell's fantasy ceiling remains limited.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • More opportunities on tap

    Bell is in line for an increased workload with Blake Jarwin (knee) having suffered a season-ending ACL tear, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Bell wasn't targeted during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Rams, even after Jarwin was forced off the field, while Dalton Schultz received four looks in the passing game. As such, Bell's increased workload looks like it will primarily consist of blocking assignments. Undrafted rookie Sean McKeon could see increased reps as well.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see snaps at H-back

    Bell could line up at H-back at times this season, Rob Phillips of DallasCowboys.com reports.

    Analysis: With Jamize Olawale having opted out of the season, the Cowboys don't have an experienced fullback on the roster, but new head coach Mike McCarthy suggested he could use a blocking tight end in the backfield instead. "The fullback position and tight end position is something that I've always kind of lumped together when you're building your schematic menu [of the roster]," McCarthy said. "Because that's the adjustment you have to make in game weeks, so that's no different than our thinking…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 11 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to Dallas

    Bell agreed to a deal with the Cowboys on Wednesday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Bell has played for four different teams since he was taken in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL Draft, most recently serving as the No. 2 tight end for Kansas City in 2019. With 38 receptions in 65 career regular-season games, Bell shouldn't pose much of a threat to Blake Jarwin.

    Published: Wed, Mar 25 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Contributes down the stretch

    Bell finished 2019 with just eight catches for 67 yards on 15 targets.

    Analysis: Bell was brought in to fill the role voided by Demetrius Harris' departure this offseason and essentially did just that. The backup tight end in the Chiefs' offense is unlikely to see a ton of usage in the passing game as long as Travis Kelce is healthy, which was precisely what occurred in Bell's case -- the four-year pro recorded 400 offensive snaps despite little usage as a pass-catcher. He signed just a one-year contract with Kansas City, so there's no guarantee he will be back in the fold…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snares pair of passes

    Bell notched two catches for 15 yards on a season-high three targets Sunday versus the Bears.

    Analysis: Bell had not recorded more than one catch in a game prior to Week 15 but has now caught a pair of passes in each of the last two weeks. Still, he played less than 50 percent of the offensive snaps and has yet to reel in a touchdown pass in 2019, so there's very little fantasy upside to be had at the moment.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury tag

    Bell (ankle) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Bell wasn't able to suit up against the Chargers in Week 11, but he appears back to full health following Kansas City's bye. In any case, Bell doesn't carry much (if any) fantasy value as long as top tight end Travis Kelce remains healthy.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined Week 11

    Bell (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Bell sustained the injury last week against the Titans and actually returned to the game, but he was unable to practice this week. Deon Yelder should serve as Kansas City's No. 2 tight end in his place.

    Published: Sat, Nov 16 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ankle injury lingers

    Bell will not practice Thursday due to an ankle injury, BJ Kissel of the Chiefs' official site reports.

    Analysis: Bell was briefly sidelined during Sunday's loss to the Titans due to an ankle injury, but he managed to retake the field without missing more than a couple of drives. It now appears that the issue could jeopardize his availability for Monday's tilt against the Chargers, though the fifth-year pro will have two more chances to practice before a decision on his availability is made. Bell plays a reserve role behind Travis Kelce in Kansas City's offense, and he also contributes on special teams.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shakes off injury

    Bell (ankle) returned to Sunday's game against the Titans after leaving in the first quarter, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Bell was initially ruled questionable to return, and he only missed a couple of drives before getting back in. The fifth-year pro will return to a blocking role on the Chiefs' offensive front.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits with ankle issue

    Bell was forced out of Sunday's game against the Titans with an ankle injury.

    Analysis: Bell left the game in the first quarter after playing just a handful of snaps. He isn't worth keeping an eye on for fantasy purposes since he only has three receptions for 10 yards this year. Deon Yelder should see an uptick in usage behind Travis Kelce.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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