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Finds work in Carolina The Panthers claimed Bell off waivers Wednesday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bell was dropped by the Seahawks in mid-December, but he's since found a new home in Carolina. The West Florida product appeared in 14 games for Seattle this season, recording 15 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, while playing 347 total snaps (252 on special teams, 95 on defense). Now in Carolina, he's expected to play a depth role in the Panthers' secondary while contributing on special teams.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cut by Seattle The Seahawks waived Bell on Tuesday, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

Impact Bell had played in 13 of Seattle's 14 games this season, but he had mostly featured on special teams. The fourth-year safety tallied 15 tackles (six solo), including 0.5 sacks, during his time with the Seahawks. Bell's departure may signal that the team is preparing to activate WR and kick returner Dareke Young (quadriceps) from IR this week.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Signs with Seattle The Seahawks signed Bell to a one-year contract Friday, Chad Krispinsky of WKBN First News 27 reports.

Impact Bell spent the last three seasons in Cleveland, where he carved out a significant role on special teams. He appeared in all 17 regular-season games for the Browns in 2024. The 28-year-old safety will spend the offseason working to establish himself as a reliable special-teamer with his new team.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Increased role ahead Bell will start at free safety against the Eagles on Sunday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact Bell will see a major uptick in work during Week 6 with Ronnie Hickman (ankle) and Grant Delpit (concussion) inactive against Philadelphia. The 27-year-old hasn't seen much action this season outside of special teams work, but on 214 defensive snaps last season did have four passes defended, including two interceptions.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Passes physical Bell (shin) passed a physical Monday.

Impact As a result, Bell will be eligible to suit up and play come Week 1 versus the Cowboys. He projects to contribute primarily on special teams and play only a minor role in the defensive backfield in 2024.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to PUP list The Browns placed Bell (shin) on the active/PUP list Wednesday.

Impact Despite Bell's placement on the active/PUP list, he's eligible to practice or play at any point this preseason. The 27-year-old appeared in 17 games in 2023, recording 28 total tackles and four passes defended, including two interceptions. Bell is expected to compete for another depth role in the Browns' secondary once he returns to full health.

JULY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning against Tampa Bay Bell (concussion) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact Bell was sidelined for Cleveland's Week 11 matchup against Buffalo with a concussion. However, he cleared the league's protocol and practiced in full Friday to clear his way for a return against Tampa Bay. In nine games this season, Bell has tallied five tackles while playing 137 of his 146 snaps on special teams.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 11 Bell (concussion) has been ruled out for the Browns' Week 11 matchup with the Bills, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact Bell suffered a concussion in Week 10 versus the Dolphins and will be forced to miss at least one contest while recovering. He'll now shift his focus to being ready for Week 12 against the Buccaneers. Grant Delpit and John Johnson will remain the top options at safety for the Browns on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with concussion Bell (concussion) won't return for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Bell departed Sunday's contest versus the Dolphins due to concussion symptoms, and he ultimately won't return for the rest of the afternoon as a result. Grant Delpit and John Johnson are slated to command Cleveland's safety duties for the rest of Sunday's matchup in Miami.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE