Le’Veon Bell, technically, is scheduled for free agency. Should he reach the open market without any restrictions, it doesn’t sound like he’ll be joining the Jets. When asked by a fan on Twitter if he would sign with the Jets for $60MM “cash,” the running back replied, “That ain’t enough to come run with the Jets.” 
Of course, it’s considered unlikely that Bell will be an unrestricted free agent in March. The Steelers have the ability to franchise tag him for a second consecutive season and they are expected to do so if they cannot sign him to a long-term deal. Even if he is allowed to test the open waters, the Jets have bigger fish to fry than finding a running back (though we did list RB as one of the team’s top three needs this offseason).
If the Jets make a major expenditure in free agency, they are much more likely to push those funds in the direction of Kirk Cousins. Signing both may be possible in the literal sense, but it wouldn’t show great cap management on the part of GM Mike Maccagnan to dedicate upwards of $44M to two players.
For what it’s worth, the Steelers and Bell are closer in long-term contract negotiations than they were last year, according to the running back.
Giving him $60 would be a colossal waste of money
$60m
For the Jets, yes it would, but for a “real” NFL team it could be what puts them over the top!
lol the Jets.
It would take around that much for me to watch the Jets….
If he ends up signing with NYJ, this will be hilarious.
Wow – what an overrated clown. Thinks he’s gods gift to the running back position. There are at least 4 other RBs I’d rather have that are close enough or better in talent and you don’t have to deal with thug life. I really struggle when players lose sight of the privilege to play in the NFL. ANY team in the league.
I agree
Lol dude it was a joke. He obviously intends to return to the Steelers as he will assuredly be franchise tagged again, like the article states, if an agreement can’t be reached
“Overrated clown”, “at least 4 RBs better” these aren’t even HOT TAKES, except in the sense that anyone who would believe them has a fried brain!
He’s the best RB in the league. End of discussion.
PS “deal with thug life” ??? Where does this come from? He has no gang affiations or criminal offenses. He’s never been in any trouble besides pot. Or does that mean Willie Nelson lives the “thug life” also?
Maybe you should spend more time not losing sight of the “privilege” of pumping gas at 43, and less about the NFL. Your clearly not qualified!
Lol I love nothing more than reading someone ranting, and ending said rant with “Your clearly not qualified!”
It just immediately takes away all legitimacy of any and everything that person just said. As soon as I see that, my mind just goes to, ohh never mind, “you’re” both idiots! lol
Love the sports rumors comments section. They’re always good for a good laugh or two…or five..haha
If that gives u 5 laughs, then your gona have to give at least 2 or 3 back! Being that your a bravesfan!
Dude could be a qualified analyst that was just thought to be crazy for saying their are 4 backs better.
The thug life comment though not only isn’t something that holds water it makes him look prejudice.
Makes him look racist, not prejudiced. That’s just a nicer sounding word people that call a black person a thug when there aren’t any character concerns is a red flag for racism
Exactly like wow Woody Harrelson smokes? What a thug!! Tommy Chong such a thug!! How does Hollywood still employ thugs like them and Seth Rogen? Is it the fact that Le’Veon raps too? Post Malone wowwwwie such a thug!
Good for you do you want a cookie? You’re soooo much better of a person than that “thug” Le’Veon Bell huh? Who only has ever been in trouble for smoking weed with LeGarrette Blount, constantly breaks 100 yards from scrimmage every game, and can line up as a wide receiver, who blocks, catches the ball, and can run 30+ times a game if they need it? Are you going to blame a player for trying to maximize the amount of money they make in their career? SMH i hope you never ask for a raise at work, your bosses should pay you less, I could find 4 people who can do your job just as good as you so you should be fired.