Why does everyone hate Mike Bell?

rich006 · 02-24-2010, 01:20 AM

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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D_it_up · 02-24-2010, 01:32 AM

Originally Posted by rich006

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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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.

SaintPauly · 02-24-2010, 02:34 AM

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

subguy · 02-24-2010, 03:03 AM

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!

breesfan27 · 02-24-2010, 04:12 AM

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.

foreverfan · 02-24-2010, 06:41 AM

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.

B005TED · 02-24-2010, 07:47 AM

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.

blakwidows8 · 02-24-2010, 07:59 AM

Boosted you exclaim my sentiments exactly.

savoyk · 02-24-2010, 08:54 AM

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.

lynwood · 02-24-2010, 09:00 AM

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.

02-24-2010, 01:20 AM	#1
rich006 100th Post Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 335	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. </rant>
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02-24-2010, 01:32 AM	#2
D_it_up Faqda Falcons Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ruston, Louisiana Posts: 3,465 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell? Originally Posted by rich006 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. </rant> 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.

02-24-2010, 02:34 AM	#3
SaintPauly Senior Citizen Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Gulfport, MS Posts: 3,180 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Why does everyone hate Mike Bell? He got a ring out of it, I don't think Mike's complaining about it.

02-24-2010, 03:03 AM	#4
subguy 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: FL Posts: 2,095	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!

02-24-2010, 04:12 AM	#5
breesfan27 Mrs. Drew Brees Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The Who Dat Nation (by way of South Dakota) Posts: 2,276 Blog Entries: 1	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.

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foreverfan 12,000 BS Posts Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metairie, LA Posts: 13,457 Blog Entries: 5	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.

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02-24-2010, 08:54 AM	#9
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02-24-2010, 09:00 AM	#10
lynwood 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hockley, Tx Posts: 1,515	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.