Steelers RB Bell a no-show as opener vs. Browns looms
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FILE – In this July 30, 2018, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner breaks a long run from scrimmage at practice during NFL football training camp in Latrobe, Pa. The Steelers star running back Le’Veon Bell’s “business decision” to skip training camp is giving the team plenty of chances to look at the depth behind the All-Pro running back. Conner and rookie Jaylen Samuels have the most to gain from Bell’s absence. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are beginning preparations for their Week 1 opener against Cleveland without All-Pro running back Le’Veon Bell.
Bell did not arrive at the team’s facility in time for practice on Monday and has yet to sign his one-year franchise tender, leaving his status for Sunday’s visit to the Browns in doubt.
The Steelers placed the franchise tag on Bell for a second straight season this spring, but failed to come to terms on a new contract. Bell signed his tender on Labor Day last season and was ready in time for the opener. LE’VEON BELL (Photo by Brian Cook)
Pittsburgh general manager Kevin Colbert says the team is “disappointed” that Bell has yet to rejoin his teammates.
