Eagles showing interest in RB Mike Bell
by JasonB on Mar 6, 2010 9:31 PM EST
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PrintAdam Caplan is reporting that the Eagles are among a few teams showing interest in RB Mike Bell.
Seahawks, Browns, and Eagles showing interest among others for Mike Bell, source said. First visit to Seattle, as first reported earlier.
Bell won a superbowl last year as third back for the Saints. He actually posted some decent numbers last year with 654 yards and 5 TDs and despite being third on the depth chart actually led the team in carries. He's 27 and has good size at 6 ft, 220lbs. Bell came into the league as undrafted free agent and had a promising rookie year in Denver, but barely played in the next few years until he enjoyed a resurgence with the Saints last year. He was rarely used in the passing game in New Orleans with Reggie Bush and Pierre Thomas being more obvious options, but he did show some pass catching ability in Denver.
If the Eagles are in the market for a backup veteran RB, Bell would seem to fit that role well. Bell is technically a restricted free agent, but he was tendered at the lowest possible level. Since he was an undrafted free agent, New Orleans would have a chance to match any offer but if they didn't the team he signs with would not have to surrender any picks.
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Maybe you’ll find a guy as talented… but you’ll have to teach that guy how to block, how to run an NFL offense ect… all while spending most of your preseason time working with McCoy. That’s why I think that some veteran, whether it’s Mike Bell or whoever wouldn’t be a bad idea.
Mike Bell
got cut by the donkeys b/c severe fumbilitis. his numbers with the saints were ok, but I think there was a reason he sat 3rd on the depth chart behind PT & RB.
I actually think rb is one of those positions you can get instant impact from in the draft and I’m not entirely sold on leSean…
all that said, I like him better than eldra.
by cavortingEagle on Mar 6, 2010 9:59 PM EST up reply actions
Agreed on the rookie aspect
RB is definitely one of those positions where rookies can become stars in just a year.
by chrisbeomsuh on Mar 6, 2010 11:08 PM EST up reply actions
Not really from the 5th round they don’t… And the Eagles aren’t likely to spend a top pick on a back this year.
True
But it’s definitely possible to find solid contributors from the later rounds. I think the Eagles feel like they have their man with Shady.
wasn't it Tatum Bell who was the fumbler?
My "t" and "y" buttons are messed up so don't bitch at me about misspelling, I'm just saying.
by RadioheadbeatlesEagles on Mar 7, 2010 1:20 AM EST up reply actions
I'll take it ...
… won’t cost much, and we know he can produce, at least somewhat, in the NFL.
Maybe I’m just desperate for a sliver of good news though.
This is totally how the Eagles will shop. Expect a bunch of flirtations next week.
Still waiting for the Eagles to Bring It Home For Jerome
that's where i am at this point...
i would be stoked if we got kampman. we have more holes to fill than the draft can handle. i’m hoping for a trade or two.
He’s only 27…just coming into his prime as a mature NFL player. MOST NFL players take 3-5 years to produce and get in the proper physical condition. A guy that works hard to MAKE himself into a player is a lot of times better than a guy with all the talent, who takes his game for granted. Is he GREAT; hell no, but he can be very effective used properly.
Bell would be a good fit
We had him in Denver…
Please tell me this is false
A source tells Aaron Wilson of the National Football Post that the Eagles are one of three teams to have interest in Hank BaskettNo. No! NO!
I would be fine with Bell. Baskett, on the other hand, hell no.
Proudly supporting a Flyers team with "no honor".
Oh crap I screwed that up.
The blockquote should end with “interest in Baskett”. The last 2 lines are my commentary.
Proudly supporting a Flyers team with "no honor".
Uh, it makes sense. I’m surprised Kevin Curtis is still on the team but I don’t think that will be the case for long. If he is cut, we’d need a 4th/5th receiver. Plus, he plays special teams. S’all good.
I am the people's troll :3™
I do think the Eagles need a 4th/5th receiver, but I really would not like to see Baskett back. While I would be happy with more Kendra, Baskett never wowed me as a WR and with my freshest memory of him being a blown play on special teams in the Super Bowl, I would not be happy to have him back.
Proudly supporting a Flyers team with "no honor".
Ugh
For every nice catch Baskett would make, it seemed like he would make as many/if not more easy drops too. Plus, he wasn’t a real contributor on special teams either while here it seemed.
I wouldn’t be surprised if he isn’t in the league next year.
Buckleys small but he had a good preseason and deserves a shot as the backup with mallet and another competitor for the other role. But someone who’s a downhill runner to compliment the speed and moves is needed.
Why does everyone say that? If we could’ve cloned Brian Westbrook, I would’ve taken two of him over one of him and a “complementary” back.
I am the people's troll :3™
by yomjoseki on Mar 7, 2010 12:22 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Like this move
At the right price. Bell does have the fumble problem which was his big issue in Denver but he brings several positive things to the table as well (experienced veteran back, big back who can be used in short yardage, not a guy who will gripe about PT/carries, saves the Eagles from having to use a mid-round pick on a back). Bell is a better fit than Buckley.
Hell, I would have loved to see a guy here like Taylor but Eagles just don’t run the ball that much and the backup RB simply won’t get more than a handful of touches (3-4) with McCoy/Weaver in the backfield next year.
Westbrook was a one in a million player. And I agree two of him would be great. So why not try to trade for sproles. He’s tendered so high anyways so he isn’t leaving San Diego unless the chargers want him to. Sproles has a lot of the same skills plus he’s faster then Westbrook was at any point of his career.
by Iggls on Mar 7, 2010 12:33 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Backup RB
Was down on the list of needs for this team as they need a starter next year at several positions yet including FS,C, SAM, LDE, and RG. You might even add a P here too. They could also use some help in the secondary (nickel/dime CB), backup MLB, and backup T. That’s a long list to fill.
Yeah MG I was hoping for Chester Taylor also. Just glad peppers went elsewhere. Plays half assed all the time.
by Iggls on Mar 7, 2010 12:37 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Agreed MG. Center is something they can work out. But a safety is top priority by far.
by Iggls on Mar 7, 2010 12:39 AM EST via mobile reply actions
Why are you guys
bashing on Bell.
654 yds and 5 tds from your third stringer is great.
Bring him to town for cheap, he’s a powerful bruiser.
by Young Eagle on Mar 7, 2010 1:00 AM EST via mobile reply actions
You can get 3.5 yards per carry from any running back in the NFL. That comes from running in a straight line behind decent blocking. He didn’t do much better than 3.5 YPC.
I am the people's troll :3™
what else do you want thou from a 2nd/3rd RB
hes not going to be our star RB. He would be a damn good #2 to Shady. you cant argue that.
To me the Eagles are like that girlfriend that pisses u off, then u hate her, but the next morning you wake up and remember that thing u love so much about her
by XxBleedGreen5xX on Mar 7, 2010 8:33 AM EST up reply actions
We could draft one with a higher ceiling that costs less. I don’t know why they’d sign him. Maybe Fargas or something.
I am the people's troll :3™
if we draft one we need to develop him and teach him to block blitz schemes, plus there may be a rookie learning curve, we are still trying to do that with Shady. Why draft a guy who we want to contribute but we will need to give time working on that we could give to our sophmore guy. Sign Bell who knows how to block, wont have that learning curve, so all he has to do is learn the system and he can contribute.
To me the Eagles are like that girlfriend that pisses u off, then u hate her, but the next morning you wake up and remember that thing u love so much about her
by XxBleedGreen5xX on Mar 7, 2010 12:40 PM EST up reply actions
That's where I'm at.
He’d be a good compliment to Shady and Weaver, and for pennies.
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by Run Up The Score on Mar 7, 2010 6:30 PM EST up reply actions
i'd be excited
if it were pierre thomas… this kid does show me anything exciting… but its a sign of life from the team so i’ll take it
by Johnny G on Mar 7, 2010 1:50 AM EST via mobile reply actions
2nd round tender pretty sure. He isn’t worth giving away that pick. Round two is where the eagles have flourished lately. Jackson, McCoy, Kolb. Thomas is worth a 2nd rounder just not based on phillys needs right now. Safety is where the worry should be. Sean jones deserves to be back but as a backup safety. I like Ryan Clark and brodney pool but thin free agency at safety other then sharper.
He was a closer in NO
if I remember it right. He got some starter looks due to other guys getting hurt too, but basically NO brought him in to close out games that they had a big lead in to save Thomas and Bush the wear and tear.
He’s a hard enough runner, but I think much of his stats are garbage time.
This guy doesnt have fumbling problems.
That is Tatum Bell.
My mistake. Thanx for the correction!
by 92-74-99-96 on Mar 7, 2010 10:49 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
Wow
Eagles fans are really crazy this off season. Mike Bell had a great season, and would come cheap. And they’re pissed bout signing him. Jeeze.
E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES!!!
The craziness is from realizing that my beloved Eagles have not won a title in 50 years… It’s actually hard to believe it’s been that long.
by 92-74-99-96 on Mar 7, 2010 10:51 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
STOP SHOWING INTEREST
AND JUST SIGN THE FUCKING GUYS! Jesus christ the Eagles are like a cocktease sorority girl. She’ll show “lots of interest” but never seal the fucking deal jesus
GO CUSE, BLUE, AND EAGLES!
Fargas is another option, he’s productive when he has decent blocking. Still think the eagles would like mike bell simply because he’s healthier. But there are still options like Kevin faulk he’s not flashy but he’s a good all around running back.
by Iggls on Mar 7, 2010 1:50 PM EST via mobile reply actions
No on Fargas, Faulk
Fargas just can’t stay healthy and on the field for 16 games. Faulk had a nice and interesting career but he is done.
Jackson visiting?
NFP is reporting that Marlin Jackson will visit the Eagles after he visits the Ravens on Tuesday.
by Iggls on Mar 7, 2010 2:05 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Agreed but it’s strange how it works. They were cautious about kampman because of his acl. Jackson has had anterior cruciate ligament issues.
by Iggls on Mar 7, 2010 2:27 PM EST via mobile reply actions
mike bell
what is all this nonsense talk about mike bell being a fumbler. does anyone check facts before making these posts. i did. 2006 denver 157 attempts, (1) fumble. 2007 (1) fumble. 2008 no fumbles. 2009 saints 172 attempts (2) fumbles. he has a total of 348 attempts with a total of 4 fumbles. that doesn’t seem like a fumble pronr back to me.
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