Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

OK, so he fell down during a key play in the SB. And other than that he didn't play much in the big game. But why is everyone assuming he should go? Did I miss something? He was asked to be a role player (grind it out in the 4th quarter to protect a lead, run a few short yardage plays) and he did his job. I don't know what kind of contract he got, but he's got to be pretty cheap.

I'm not saying there couldn't be an upgrade, but jeez. For a 3rd string/situational RB, you're not going to get Earl Campbell.

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Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

I don't think anyone here is hating Mike Bell. I loved what he did the first part of the season, especially when PT missed the first couple of games. Bell was a hoss early on, but his production tapered off drastically the last several games of the season. I just think several people here just think there can be an upgrade. It's not that we are throwing him under the bus.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

He got a ring out of it, I don't think Mike's complaining about it.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

The question is still looming as to why he was not utilized as much in second part of the season. I think he could be a decent back, just not sure what he would do if he was responsible for the entire workload!

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

I don't hate MB. I had him on my fantasy team this year. I kept him as a reserve even after he got hurt because he did so well for me earlier in the season.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

Bell could sign with another team for more money. That would be the only reason.
The Saints will not over pay for a 3rd running back.
I think Bell played the 2nd 1/2 the season on a bad knee that never really healed.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

I don't hate Bell, but in the Superbowl he did not listen. Peyton told the guys to wear cleats during the warm-ups and he did not, that is why he fell. Peyton was just pissed at him, I guess that's why he didn't play after that. I mean it's only the biggest game of the season and hecould of scored a touchdown onthat play if he wore them IMO.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

Boosted you exclaim my sentiments exactly.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

Certainly don't hate Mike Bell, I'd be just as happy if we kept him, however, we could lose him and still be able to pickup an equal or better back to replace him.

Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?
 

I think when Bell is in it's going to be a run play. You dodn't see him catching passes or pass blocking. Maybe he isn't as verstile as PT and Bush? We still have Hamilton as well. I think it's all going to come down to $$$. We can keep Hamilton cheaper and probably get the same production. No hate on Bell, just business.