NFL Reduces Le'Veon Bell's Suspension To 2 Games
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell's suspension has been reduced from three games, to 2.
Bell was originally suspended three games following his arrest for possession of marijuana and DUI during a traffic stop last year.
Under current NFL policy, first-time DUI offenders are subject to a two-game suspension and the marijuana possession likely led to the additional game.
In a news release Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert said:
"As I have stated before, we were disappointed in Le'Veon Bell's actions last August. Le'Veon made a mistake and now he must learn from his mistake and focus on eliminating distractions from his life. We look forward to continuing to work with Le'Veon to try to help him reach his full potential as a person and as a player."
Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount was a member of the Steelers at the time of the arrest and was suspended one game for his marijuana possession charge.
Bell will miss the opener against the Patriots and a September 20 game against the 49ers before becoming eligible to return in week three against the Rams.
Bell is eligible to participate in all offseason and preseason practices and games.
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