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3 Reasons why Le’Veon Bell is worth the money

By Rory Jones

KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 15: Running back Le'Veon Bell #26 of the Pittsburgh Steelers boxes the goal post after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on October 15, 2017 in Kansas City, Missouri. ( Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images )
KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 15: Running back Le'Veon Bell #26 of the Pittsburgh Steelers boxes the goal post after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on October 15, 2017 in Kansas City, Missouri. ( Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images ) /
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CINCINNATI, OH – DECEMBER 04: Le’Veon Bell #26 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on December 4, 2017 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
CINCINNATI, OH – DECEMBER 04: Le’Veon Bell #26 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on December 4, 2017 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

2. Making a statement

Back in 2016, the Dallas Cowboys made an ambitious move in drafting Ezekiel Elliott 4th overall, despite the success of Darren McFadden, who had rushed for over 1000 yards the previous year. The selection was broadly criticized, with many questioning the importance of the running back position.

Conversely, Elliott transformed the run game, and the team. As a rookie, he rushed for a franchise record 1631 yards with 15 touchdowns. The former Ohio State Buckeye propelled the Cowboys to a 13-3 record, revamping a solid running game into the best in the league. This exemplifies the impact an upgrade at running back can have on any team.

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Under new general manager Eric DeCosta, the Ravens could make a similarly bold move, adding a proven commodity to an already crowded backfield. Defenses across the NFL would struggle to contain the likes of Bell and Jackson, as the Ravens look to retain their AFC North title.

What’s more, joining the Ravens would enable Bell to face his former team twice a year, allowing him to avenge the Steelers organization that did not offer him the long term contract he was seeking. Surely this would serve as extra motivation.

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