RB · FA · 29 yrs · exp 9 · Michigan State
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Ex-NFL running back Le’Veon Bell is speaking out about his arrest after he failed to pay a reported $50,000 in child support
It’s been an eventful two years for former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett. After the Steelers went 3-0 down the stretch to close the 2023 season under Mason Rudolph , clinching a playoff berth in the process, the writing appeared to be on the wall for the University of Pittsburgh product. The Steelers signed Russell Wilson on the first day of the 2024 league year, which led to Pickett requesting a trade. Pittsburgh sent him to Philadelphia , and he was the backup quarterback to Jalen Hurts when the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. In the 2025 offseason, Pickett was traded once again, as he was dealt to the Cleveland Browns for a fourth-round pick. According to Pickett’s former college coach, Pat Narduzzi, the trade away from Philadelphia is a move that Pickett wanted very badly. “The Eagles did not want to trade him,” Narduzzi said on 99.9 The Fan . “He begged to be traded because he wanted to compete, and he felt like he wasn’t going to have a chance to beat out Jalen Hurts.” Pickett competed throughout the spring and summer of 2025 to be the Browns’ starter alongside Joe Flacco , Dillon Gabriel , and Shedeur Sanders . When it was made clear Flacco would be the starter, the Browns traded Pickett to the Las Vegas Raiders . He now finds himself with the Carolina Panthers after signing as a free agent. Let us know what you think in the comments . Be sure to bookmark Behind the Steel Curtain for all the latest news, breakdowns, and more! Ben Roethlisberger says Steelers should release Mason Rudolph Steelers’ Mike McCarthy named coach on hot seat in 2026 Former Steelers safety Ryan Clark releases statement following ESPN firing Steelers WR Roman Wilson listed as player with most on the line in 2026 Former Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell arrested in Ohio
ESPN is going through yet another round of layoffs, as reported by Andrew Marchand of The Athletic. Notable names such as veteran NFL insider Tom Pelissero, former NFL MVP Cam Newton , and former Baseball Tonight host Karl Ravech were all let go by the worldwide leader. Perhaps the biggest name in terms of the network’s programming to be laid off, though, was former Steelers safety Ryan Clark. Clark had been a staple of the network for the last half-decade, serving as one of the mainstays for the Emmy-Award winning NFL Live. It was reported that Clark was informed of the decision while he was still on air . The Super Bowl champion took to X to release a statement of solidarity with his now former colleagues who were also let go by the network. “Sending prayers and love to all those laid off today by ESPN,” Clark writes . “So many of you have poured your life into that company, & I know how you’re feeling right now. My hope is as this door closes another opens for you all. God bless!” Where Clark goes next is anyone’s guess, but he will be a very hot commodity from all major sports networks. Let us know what you think in the comments . Be sure to bookmark Behind the Steel Curtain for all the latest news, breakdowns, and more! Steelers WR Roman Wilson listed as player with most on the line in 2026 Former Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell arrested in Ohio Top 30 greatest Pittsburgh Steelers of all time: No. 20-11 Steelers’ Mason McCormick named to PFF’s 2026 All-Breakout team Jon Gruden urges Steelers to put their faith in Mike McCarthy
Las week, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers took to Instagram to post photos from a retreat he led with several teammates. DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman, Pat Freiermuth, Ben Skowronek, Mason Rudolph, and Roman Wilson went on a trip to Wyoming, per one of the photos being taken at Jackson Hole. Now, Rodgers has given everyone a rare glimpse into his personal life. On Monday evening, the Steelers' quarterback posted photos with his mother Darla, father Ed, and brother Luke with the caption, "Another bonding week." Rodgers was infamously estranged from his family for north of a decade, as it was revealed by his brother Jordan that the Super Bowl-winning quarterback didn't speak to the rest of the family in 2016 while Jordan was competing on The Bachelorette. "It's just the way he's chosen to do life," Jordan said . "I chose to stay close with my family and my parents and my brother [Luke]." While Rodgers cited his parent's strict religious beliefs as the main reason for the falling out, it appears that the bridge has been rebuilt. Let us know what you think in the comments . Be sure to bookmark Behind the Steel Curtain for all the latest news, breakdowns, and more! Former Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell arrested in Ohio Top 30 greatest Pittsburgh Steelers of all time: No. 20-11 Steelers' Mason McCormick named to PFF's 2026 All-Breakout team Jon Gruden urges Steelers to put their faith in Mike McCarthy Learning the Mike McCarthy offense: What is the West Coast offense?
Police arrested former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell Sunday in Ohio. The former NFL All-Pro was nabbed as a "courtesy hold for another agency," according to records from the Stark County Sheriff's Department . The 34-year-old had a warrant out for his arrest in Michigan, which is why he was taken into custody, according to the Canton Repository . The warrant was issued after Bell fell behind on child support payments. Bell was in Ohio on Sunday to take part in a meet-and-greet at a mall in Canton, and the arrest went down at some point shortly after the event. Bell's lawyer, Thomas Shaffer, told the Repository that the running back has had trouble keeping up with his child support payments because the amount owed is based on what he earned on the field during his NFL career. "Six months ago, he cashed in an NFL pension to pay $50,000 in child support for that child. His guidelines are still inaccurately being deemed based on his NFL salary and his professional boxing career," Shaffer told the Repository. "This is a revolving door because he pays a number that doesn't reflect his true income. The issue will never end. The court needs to reflect his true income." The Michigan Attorney General's Office got involved because of the amount of money owed in the case, which led to the warrant. Bell spent eight years in the NFL, but he hasn't played since 2021. At the peak of his career, Bell was one of the best running backs in the NFL. After being selected by the Steelers in the second round of the 2013 draft, his career took off almost instantly. In the four-season period from 2014 through 2017, Bell was voted to three Pro Bowls (2014, 2016-17) and he was named a first-team All-Pro twice (2014, 2016). Bell topped 1,200 yards rushing in three of those four seasons and ended his career as the fourth all-time leading rusher in Steelers' history. In 2014, Bell totaled 2,215 all-purpose yards, which still stands as a franchise record. He also holds the franchise record for most receptions by a running back in a single season (85 in 2017) and the most receiving yards by a running back in a single season (854 in 2014). Over the course of his career, Bell earned $44.8 million on the field, according to Over the Cap . That number could have been substantially higher, but Bell infamously decided to sit out the entire 2018 season because he didn't want to play on the franchise tag for the second straight year after being tagged in 2017. By sitting out the season, Bell missed out on $14.5 million in salary. The decision didn't just cost him millions; it also ended his five-year run in Pittsburgh. Bell did end up playing for four teams over the final three seasons of his career ( Jets , Ravens , Chiefs , Buccaneers ), but he was never the same player. Since leaving the NFL, Bell has dabbled in both the music industry and boxing, which included a 2022 knockout win over Adrian Peterson . Bell grew up in Groveport, Ohio, which is roughly two hours away from where he was arrested
When news broke that former NFL running back Le’Veon Bell was arrested in Canton on a warrant from Michigan, there were no details as to the underlying reason for the move. Via Aaron Hughes of the Canton Repository, the arrest happened due to allegedly unpaid child support . Bell’s lawyer, Thomas Shaffer, told Hughes that Bell’s support payments “inaccurately” reflect his NFL salary. “Six months ago he cashed in an NFL pension to pay $50,000 in child support for that child,” Shaffer told Hughes. “His guidelines are still inaccurately being deemed based on his NFL salary and his professional boxing career. This is a revolving door because he pays a number that doesn’t reflect his true income. The issue will never end. The court needs to reflect his true income.” That’s fine, but Bell’s NFL salary ended five years ago. He’s surely not the first person with child-support obligations who had a significant reduction in his income. Whatever the solution, it should have been solved long before Bell was arrested for not paying amounts based on his income from five years ago
When news broke that former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell was arrested in Canton on a warrant from Michigan, there were no details as to the underlying reason for the move. Via Aaron Hughes of the Canton Repository, the arrest happened due to allegedly unpaid child support . Bell's lawyer, Thomas Shaffer, told Hughes that Bell's support payments "inaccurately" reflect his NFL salary. "Six months ago he cashed in an NFL pension to pay $50,000 in child support for that child," Shaffer told Hughes. "His guidelines are still inaccurately being deemed based on his NFL salary and his professional boxing career. This is a revolving door because he pays a number that doesn't reflect his true income. The issue will never end. The court needs to reflect his true income." That's fine, but Bell's NFL salary ended five years ago. He's surely not the first person with child-support obligations who had a significant reduction in his income. Whatever the solution, it should have been solved long before Bell was arrested for not paying amounts based on his income from five years ago
Leveon Bell arrestLe’Veon Bell wasn’t ponying up the dough. The former running back, who was a disappointment for the Jets across parts of two seasons after a strong run with
Former Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro Le'Veon Bell was arrested Sunday in Ohio hours after a meet-and-greet, arrest records show. Bell was reportedly in Ohio to appear at an autograph signing at the Belden Village Mall. He was arrested hours later. Bell's specific charges were not listed on his record, which states the arrest was "courtesy hold for another agency." Bell was reportedly arrested due to a warrant out of Michigan, according to CantonRep.com. That would explain the "hold" note on Bell's arrest record. He was arrested while in Ohio, but is presumably being held for "another agency," presumably one in Michigan. The arrest is reportedly related to child-support payments, per CantonRep.com. Bell's attorney, Thomas Shaffer, told CantorRep.com Bell is being "inaccurately" charged based on his NFL salary even though he's been out of the league for years. Bell allegedly owes over $50,000 in child support , per TMZ. Bell does have ties to Michigan. He starred at Michigan State before being selected in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft by the Steelers. After a solid rookie season, Bell emerged as one of the best running backs in the game. Between 2014 and 2017, Bell averaged 1,119 rushing yards and 565.3 receiving yards per season. He made three Pro Bowls and was selected to two All-Pro teams during that period. Ahead of the 2018 NFL season, however, Bell got into a contract dispute with the Steelers, leading to the running back sitting out the entire season. He returned the following year after signing a four-year, $52.5 million deal with the New York Jets . He was never the same player after returning to action. Bell rushed for just 789 yards in his first year in New York. The following year, he continued to struggle, eventually leading to his release. Bell then bounced around the league for the next season and a half, spending limited time with the Kansas City Chiefs , Baltimore Ravens and Tampa Bay Buccaneers before he was out of the league following the 2021 NFL season
Former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell is being held in Stark County jail in Ohio as of Monday, July 20, according to a report from the Canton Repository . Bell was arrested July 19 by the Jackson Township Police Department. He had appeared earlier that day at a Belden Village Mall in Jackson Township for a meet-and-greet event . The 34-year-old is being jailed on a "courtesy hold for another agency," according to an entry on the Stark County Sheriff's Office app's listing inmates. Bell was arrested on a warrant out of Michigan, per Stark County documents. Details of the warrant are not presently known. Bell played eight NFL seasons after being a second-round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers . He spent the first five seasons of his career with the Steelers before skipping the 2018 season because of a contract dispute. Bell returned to the field in 2019 as a member of the New York Jets and also played for the Kansas City Chiefs , Baltimore Ravens and Tampa Bay Buccaneers . He last played during the 2021 season. This story will be updated as more information becomes available. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Le'Veon Bell arrested in Ohio, on 'courtesy hold for another agency'
Former Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell has been arrested
Former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell , who once seemed to be on track to have a bronze bust in Canton, is currently staying in town for a very different reason. Via Aaron Hughes of the Canton Repository, Bell is currently being held in the Stark County, Ohio jail. It's being described as a "courtesy hold for another agency." Citing court documents, Hughes explains that Bell was arrested on a warrant from Michigan. (It's unclear why a warrant for his arrest was issued in Michigan.) Bell had appeared on July 19 at the Belden Village Mall in Jackson Township. He was later arrested. A second-round pick from Michigan State in 2013, Bell spent five years with the Steelers . He sat out the 2018 season in a franchise-tag dispute. He signed with the Jets in 2019. Bell was released during the 2020 season and signed with the Chiefs. In 2021, his final NFL season, he played for the Ravens and the Buccaneers
Former NFL running back Le’Veon Bell, who once seemed to be on track to have a bronze bust in Canton, is currently staying in town for a very different reason. Via Aaron Hughes of the Canton Repository, Bell is currently being held in the Stark County, Ohio jail. It’s being described as a “courtesy hold for another agency.” Citing court documents, Hughes explains that Bell was arrested on a warrant from Michigan. (It’s unclear why a warrant for his arrest was issued in Michigan.) Bell had appeared on July 19 at the Belden Village Mall in Jackson Township. He was later arrested. A second-round pick from Michigan State in 2013, Bell spent five years with the Steelers. He sat out the 2018 season in a franchise-tag dispute. He signed with the Jets in 2019. Bell was released during the 2020 season and signed with the Chiefs. In 2021, his final NFL season, he played for the Ravens and the Buccaneers
Tom Brady and Logan Paul were beefing at Fanatics Fest on Friday. Whether it was real or staged, the moment appeared to have Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns shaken as the three were together in front of a live audience at the Javits Center, as Brady appeared to slap Paul with his throwing hand. Brady also posted the apparent incident afterward, calling Paul a “dork.” Fanatics also posted the back-and-forth, calling it “Round 100” of a “never-ending beef.” On another post that went up rolling the video, Paul reshared and wrote , “This happened bc I was roasting Tom for beating him in flag football. And he tries to smack me ?? Horrible example for the kids Aura -100 + Blocked. With a torn tricep.” Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion quarterback, responded, “I tried America… will try again next time I see this nerd.” The two were linked at another Fanatics event, a flag football game earlier this year. In the game, Brady — who was not Paul’s teammate — chucked a football at him following the conclusion of a play. The influencer, celebrity boxer and WWE star took exception to it — or at least appeared to — and confronted the future Hall of Famer. Brady had been seen moving away from a charging Paul at the time with a wide ear-to-ear grin on his face. In March, the two had another exchange at a Fanatics Flag Football event where Brady trolled Paul about the latter’s high school football career. “Logan pulled out of a lot of fights this week. You scored 19 TDs in high school. No one cares,” Brady said to Paul after apparently ducking fights with former All-Pro running back Le’Veon Bell — who actually is 2-1 as a pro boxer — and Rams pass rusher Myles Garrett , the single-season NFL sack leader. Friday’s flap the latest in the ongoing saga between Brady and Paul, a bizarre beef on paper, but one that no one would be surprised to see spill onto a WWE ring, given that it’s SummerSlam season. Brady said he’s looking to have a WWE moment someday. “I need to get an invite. I’ve been waiting for [WWE president] Nick Khan to come up with some storyline for me to get in the mix,” Brady said on Thursday to Cody Rhodes on a live taping “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” “I feel like I’m retired from football, and I have an opportunity to go out there and still showcase that I’m a little bit of an athlete,” Brady added
PFF constructed an all-time Steelers roster from 2006 to the present, featuring prominent offensive and defensive players like Ben Roethlisberger, Le'Veon Bell, Antonio Brown, T.J. Watt, and Cameron Heyward
Christian Gonzalez, the New England Patriots cornerback, has a contract dispute nearing expiration. While he skipped OTAs, his return for minicamp is a positive sign. History suggests these disputes rarely extend into the regular season, and Gonzalez is unlikely to miss significant time
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