Is Jarvis even playing anywhere?
So in hindsight was Bell wrong to ask for WR money
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have to agree with Coach in that a lot of those receptions are safety valve dump kind of passes, you could have there a Darren Sproles player getting that kind of plays, not a #2 WR running a full route tree
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I don't know what Bell would be worth, but I hope that Bell and the Steelers figure that out to keep him here.
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No im saying he is the second leading receiver on the team and leading the league in rushing. So is he wrong for asking to be compensated as more then an RB?
Before the sesaon started most were saying he wouldnt be the second leadinng receiver on this team again.. and yet here we are
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He can ask for what ever he wants. I was against resigning him but now I hope they do.
Marshal Faulk did it for years. He didn't get paid for playing 2 positions. They offered to make him the highest paid rb in the league, which was fair and deserved. I'm just saying he isn't the first rb to do what he is doing.
On August 4, 1999, Faulk signed a seven-year, $45.2 million contract with the Rams, which was the biggest deal in team history at the time. In it Faulk was guaranteed $9.6 million including a $7-million signing bonus. The problem in negotiations was the proposed fifth year, in which Faulk would get $7 million in salary and a $5-million roster bonus. The deal was structured to prevent Faulk from ever being tagged a transition or franchise player.
If someone can do the math on what that would equal today if possible I would appreciate it
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I don't care if Bell is a RB that catches a lot or becomes a WR that runs a lot.
So long as he does that stuff in Pittsburgh
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I gotta say... I think Kordell Stewart still has longer rushing, receiving and passing TDs than Bell. Not more obviously, but longer... In every category.
You'd think after 4 years Bell could crack the rushing and receiving marks the original Slash set...
(Oooh, that stings. Done in love. I WANT to see a 90 yard TD run!)
You'd think after 4 years Bell could crack the rushing and receiving marks the original Slash set...
(Oooh, that stings. Done in love. I WANT to see a 90 yard TD run!)
The Steelers offered to make him the highest paid RB in the league, Faulks contract still didn't equal RB + WR money.
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Le’Veon Bell Deserves Credit For Rejuvenating Steelers Passing Offense
BY DANIEL VALENTE DECEMBER 12, 2017 AT 08:23 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have seen their quarterback Ben Roethlisberger take a dip in the fountain of youth recently. Over the last month, Roethlisberger has looked like his old self, erasing any earlier doubt over if the quarterback still had “it”. But just how has Roethlisberger captured it, could it be the work of a secret fountain of youth located at the Steelers’ facility?
Probably not.
The obvious answer is MVP candidate Antonio Brown. Brown has been a cheat code for Roethlisberger and the Steelers’ offense over the last month. But while Brown has taken credit for all of Roethlisberger’s extraordinary downfield throws, Roethlisberger would not be where he is today without the security of his always reliable running back Le’Veon Bell.
Bell has been nothing short of dominant as a receiving option over the last month. The Steelers’ running back has not only dominated among his running back peers but his production ranks tops among most receivers. Over the last four games, Bell has recorded 35 receptions. The only players to record more receptions than Bell during this span? The Steelers’ own Brown and Los Angeles’ Keenan Allen, who both have 39 receptions each.
While Bell’s 328 receiving yards during this four game span ranks 11th in the NFL, the running back’s reliability is without a doubt top of the board. Out of all candidates with at least 20 receptions, Bell’s 85.4 catch percentages ranks first in the NFL. Roethlisberger has thrown 41 passes to the Bell over the last month and the Steelers’ running back has managed to catch 35 of those throws.
Roethlisberger has shown immense trust in Bell as his security blanket down the stretch, and the trust is paying dividends for the quarterback’s own play. Over the last month, Roethlisberger has completed 67 percent of his passes and has thrown for 12 touchdowns to just 3 interceptions. Three of Roethlisberger’s last four contests have also seen him record a passer rating of 99.0 or higher.
With a rediscovered trust in his running back, Roethlisberger is limiting his risk to throw potentially errand passes and instead relying on Bell to produce. Bell has returned the favor, scoring two receiving touchdowns and setting the Steelers’ franchise record for most receptions in a game for a running back.
Whether it be from the backfield or split or wide, Bell can also be used in a variety of ways for Roethlisberger and the offense. This is perhaps Bell’s greatest strength as not only does it benefit himself but it also opens up the field for Brown and the Steelers’ other passing options. With added attention on Bell, the Steelers simply have too many hot hands for the defense to account for.
With a date against the New England Patriots approaching this weekend, Roethlisberger and Bell will need to continue their red-hot chemistry as the two teams battle for home field advantage in the AFC.
Le’Veon Bell Deserves Credit For Rejuvenating Steelers Passing Offense
BY DANIEL VALENTE DECEMBER 12, 2017 AT 08:23 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers have seen their quarterback Ben Roethlisberger take a dip in the fountain of youth recently. Over the last month, Roethlisberger has looked like his old self, erasing any earlier doubt over if the quarterback still had “it”. But just how has Roethlisberger captured it, could it be the work of a secret fountain of youth located at the Steelers’ facility?
Probably not.
The obvious answer is MVP candidate Antonio Brown. Brown has been a cheat code for Roethlisberger and the Steelers’ offense over the last month. But while Brown has taken credit for all of Roethlisberger’s extraordinary downfield throws, Roethlisberger would not be where he is today without the security of his always reliable running back Le’Veon Bell.
Bell has been nothing short of dominant as a receiving option over the last month. The Steelers’ running back has not only dominated among his running back peers but his production ranks tops among most receivers. Over the last four games, Bell has recorded 35 receptions. The only players to record more receptions than Bell during this span? The Steelers’ own Brown and Los Angeles’ Keenan Allen, who both have 39 receptions each.
While Bell’s 328 receiving yards during this four game span ranks 11th in the NFL, the running back’s reliability is without a doubt top of the board. Out of all candidates with at least 20 receptions, Bell’s 85.4 catch percentages ranks first in the NFL. Roethlisberger has thrown 41 passes to the Bell over the last month and the Steelers’ running back has managed to catch 35 of those throws.
Roethlisberger has shown immense trust in Bell as his security blanket down the stretch, and the trust is paying dividends for the quarterback’s own play. Over the last month, Roethlisberger has completed 67 percent of his passes and has thrown for 12 touchdowns to just 3 interceptions. Three of Roethlisberger’s last four contests have also seen him record a passer rating of 99.0 or higher.
With a rediscovered trust in his running back, Roethlisberger is limiting his risk to throw potentially errand passes and instead relying on Bell to produce. Bell has returned the favor, scoring two receiving touchdowns and setting the Steelers’ franchise record for most receptions in a game for a running back.
Whether it be from the backfield or split or wide, Bell can also be used in a variety of ways for Roethlisberger and the offense. This is perhaps Bell’s greatest strength as not only does it benefit himself but it also opens up the field for Brown and the Steelers’ other passing options. With added attention on Bell, the Steelers simply have too many hot hands for the defense to account for.
With a date against the New England Patriots approaching this weekend, Roethlisberger and Bell will need to continue their red-hot chemistry as the two teams battle for home field advantage in the AFC.
I'm just glad he will be healthy this year against them. When he went out last year , the whole team just went flat. He maybe the only player the Pats don't have a answer for.
And we still had chances without Bell, Coates and Hamilton dropped TDs, James had one called back, and Hamilton stepped out then came back into the end zone and caught one.
Come out with the mind set that we are going to dictate and score 40+ on them
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