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@JarrettBell

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Dad of two with Cool Papa Bell spirit. NFL Columnist, USA Today Sports. Raised in The D, but somehow not discovered by Motown. Michigan State alum, digs Sparty.

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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
4 years
This is what a winner looks like: Congrats to ⁦ @Mathieu_Era ⁩ (aka The Honey Badger) for making a huge difference that helped the Chiefs claim that trophy for the first time in 50 years.
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Cool thing about @MoneyLynch : Kids can bring good report cards to his BeastMode store in Oakland, get free haircut!
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6 years
From the most “woke” safety in the NFL...
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Added value: @EzekielElliott says whatever @NFL fines him for his celebration, he'll match with donation to Salvation Army. #ClassyGesture .
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Jarrett Bell
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Had good chat with Sean Payton as he begins new era in Denver. Of course he doesn’t pull punches in weighing how NFL gambling policy plays out. via @USATODAY
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Jarrett Bell
8 years
Hearing that @Panthers corner Josh Norman fined $8,681 for face mask and $17,363 for striking in head/neck area for his actions Sunday.
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8 years
They tell me rookie WR Michael Thomas has been a star of @Saints camp. Just saw why for myself as he took ball from DB for phenomenal catch.
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7 years
Asked about Washington replay proposal, @NFL owner whispered to me, "It has a better chance because it's not coming from the @Patriots ."
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Jarrett Bell
4 years
Had a good chat with ⁦ @Kaepernick7 ⁩, who shed light on some of the stuff he’s up to...and why. Colin Kaepernick speaks: On his new memoir and why he still wants to play in the NFL via @USATODAY
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
9 years
Mariota has been pulled in first NFL game -- with a perfect passer rating of 158.3! It's 42-7. Mettenberger Time for @Titans . Stunning.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
3 years
Never mind the passer rating. Given the circumstances, this man deserves a game ball!
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Denver Broncos
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There was a game today.   The final score is what it is.   Undrafted rookie WIDE RECEIVER @Kendall_Hinton2 came off the practice squad, had zero practice reps and competed in his first NFL game as the Broncos’ QUARTERBACK—an unprecedented situation.   He deserves all the respect.
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More McNair, on protests: "There are fans that are upset about it. Fans are our customers. You can replace the owners and the league would survive. You can replace the players, although the game won't be good. You can't replace the fans. If you don't have the fans, you're dead."
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
7 years
It's my birthday! And also the day to learn that my side gig @ESPN has come to an end. Great experience. So many classy people to thank.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
7 years
Awesome take from @ShannonSharpe . Hue is undeniably shamed here...
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UNDISPUTED
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"Hue…being a coach in the NFL doesn't insulate you from what's going on in the world" — @ShannonSharpe responds to Jackson's protest comments
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6 years
As @NFL owners gather here in Orlando for league meetings, @HoustonTexans owner Bob McNair actually said this in defending scandal-scarred @Panthers owner Jerry Richardson: "Some of the comments could have been made jokingly. I'm sure he didn't mean to offend anybody."
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Reid: Berry would not allow team to be bummed about his injury amid big win, and he "broke us down" in locker room."
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
Not everybody came to The Q for Game 3. There's a "No Justice, No Peace" protest rally. Bless 'em. http://t.co/saBbtyTRG6
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
People still coming, maybe eventually 4 million strong. So far, haven’t seen anyone punch a police horse. But it’s early.
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Jarrett Bell
10 years
Here's your field at The Linc. http://t.co/p5vLCeiOie
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
One thing stuck in mind from @Patriots practice: classic Bulls intro theme piped in for noise effect complete with, "From North Carolina...
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
5 years
Loving this thoughtfulness from @DezBryant , who always struck me as a dude with a big heart.
@DezBryant
Dez Bryant
5 years
For @AB84 and any other athlete who care to read
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6 years
One of the most compelling predictions this week came from ex-Pat Willie McGinest on NFLN. Said he expected Jags would win the first half...and Patriots the 2nd half. So far, he’s spot on.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
8 years
#RIP Prince. Of hundreds of press conferences I've attended, this one before Super Bowl XLI was by far the coolest:
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Jarrett Bell
8 years
Down in the Bayou, campers at Manning Passing Academy getting wristbands in support of @mortreport . Nice touch!
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Jarrett Bell
2 years
@ProFootballHOF So humbled, so honored.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
5 years
Sean Payton: “I hope no other team loses a game the way we lost that game.” #BadCallNFL
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Jarrett Bell
5 years
This is why you’re hot, my Spartan Sister.
@jemelehill
Jemele Hill
5 years
Robert Kraft is a longtime friend of Trump and donates to his campaign. White privilege is being able to use the cultural capital of black entertainers without ever having to sacrifice your relationships with powerful, racist white folks. The end.
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
Just had moment of silence for @stuartscott . May he RIP having known he had enormous impact by being himself http://t.co/4MvUQl0PQf
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
Fractured left clavicle for Romo.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Drew Pearson, my man, with the classic announcement of @dallascowboys second-round pick, throwing so much shade on @Eagles fans.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Boomer: Truly an impact player...
@sportingnews
The Sporting News
7 years
Chris Berman will be out as the face of ESPN's NFL coverage after this year.
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
Tom Brady's case not the only one resolved by #NFL . Meanwhile, @steelers RB @L_Bell26 suspension has been reduced to 2 games, via settlement
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
@Giants GM Dave Gettleman holding court right now....and he’s absolutely livid about the swirling trade speculation linked to Odell Beckham, Jr. Says neither Odell nor his agent has told Giants that OBJ won’t step on field in ‘18 without new contract. Stay tuned.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
9 years
Congrats to Class of 2015: @JeromeBettis36 , Charles Haley, Tim Brown, Will Shields, Junior Seau, Bill Polian, Ron Wolf + Mick Tingelhoff.
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
So much for a cozy chat between Brady and Goodell. I'm told they're expecting 40 people in room at the hearing -- way more than usual.
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
The anti-McNair view...
@SeifertESPN
Kevin Seifert
6 years
. @nyjets owner Christopher Johnson strongly opposes any @NFL policy change that would restrict player expression: “I can't speak to how other people run their teams, but I just think that trying to forcibly get the players to shut up is a fantastically bad idea."
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Jarrett Bell
3 years
Saints D-leader Cam Jordan just finished his Zoom conference like this: "Biden! Whew!"
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Jarrett Bell
8 years
Just filed to @USATODAYsports : Calais Campbell fined $18,000 for hit on Cam -- pending appeal.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
6 years
The Patriot Way.
@PriscoCBS
Pete Prisco
6 years
I never blame officials in any game, but one penalty agianst the Pats?
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6 years
Weak call. I’ll just throw it up, maybe draw flag.
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Jarrett Bell
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Was great to spend time and check the pulse of Sean Payton’s mindset as he ramps up with his first training camp as ⁦ @Broncos ⁩ coach. Yep, still plenty passionate. via @USATODAY
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
Not the best, socially-progressive look today from Bob McNair. My column... via @USATODAY
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Just classic....
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Jarrett Bell
2 years
I asked TB12 how he’ll process the decision on whether he’ll come back. He said, “I’ll take it day by day.”
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Jarrett Bell
3 years
Totally enjoyed chatting with Maia Chaka, the first Black woman tapped as an @NFL game official. Her career path in alternative education says something about her heart, but I'm guessing she knows pass interference when she sees it, too. Column:
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Jarrett Bell
3 years
Many more cardboard cutouts representing people than there will be actual people, as Super Bowl 55 crowd of about 25,000 will obviously be smallest in Super Bowl history.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
You can leap into stands at Lambeau to celebrate TD, but @EzekielElliott can't hop into Salvation Army pot to celebrate TD. #NFLHypocrisy .
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Jarrett Bell
8 years
@CameronNewton deserved better from @NFL . Kudos to his dad for calling out refs -- who reacted like frauds (again)..
@JimTrotter_NFL
Jim Trotter
8 years
Cecil Newton said he believes the officials displayed bias against his son last night.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Unintended impact: Unifying force...
@mikefreemanNFL
mike freeman
7 years
I've never seen players this angry. Over anything.
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
On 85-yard TD drive, Patriots picked up 47 yards on penalties. That DPI on Bouye (32 yards) was so weak.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
7 years
The Philly fans relentlessly booed @nflcommish , which means the @NFL Draft has been officially christened.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
7 years
Bell: It's time for NFL owners to stand up to Donald Trump via @USATODAY
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Jarrett Bell
4 years
Historical footnote: That “support” from @NFL owners didn’t include “listening” or giving @Kaepernick7 a job.
@AndrewBrandt
Andrew Brandt
4 years
Remembering when NFL owners ‘supported’ player protest after President’s remarks on Kaepernick. Lasted for a week. Now NBA owners are supporting players who are refusing to play. Feels like this has more staying power, but we will see.
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
This is a great day to be a Spartan! Looking forward to seeing @MSU_Football tonight against Oregon.
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
First impression from The Q: This place packs more noise than Oracle. And great work with video board. #NBAFinals .
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Truth...
@EdgeofSports
Dave Zirin
7 years
What Kareem said...
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Game of the Year in NFL today, Game of the Year in MLB tonight. What a Sunday. Or Sunday/Monday.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
2 years
Coach Prime, aka ⁦ @DeionSanders ⁩, on snagging one of nation’s top recruits, Travis Hunter, for ⁦ @GoJSUTigersFB ⁩: “Everything I’ve done in my life, I’ve provoked change. Why not now?”
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Jarrett Bell
8 years
That's former UCLA linebacker Myles Jack, one of the most intriguing storylines at NFL Combine. Has good presence.
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Jarrett Bell
1 year
Praying for Damar Hamlin.
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
7 years
Expert analysis...
@MikeSilver
Michael Silver
7 years
Bills: "We can't match Gillislee.. it doesn't make financial sense" Patriots: "He's good; we'll pay"
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Jarrett Bell
8 years
On subject of peaceful statements...Steve Kerr voices support for Colin Kaepernick's protests via @usatoday
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
4 years
Agent Joby Branion told me that Von Miller expects to address his positive test result for Covid-19 on Friday. Branion: "Given the circumstances in the country right now, he feels it's worth letting people know that this is a real concern and not something they can take lightly."
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
Biggest disappointment of @NFL Draft: Shaquem Griffin still hasn't been selected. Now hoping it goes down on Saturday.
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Jarrett Bell
2 years
This from P-Money…
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Jarrett Bell
4 years
Just classic...
@BET
BET
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Ciara and Russell Wilson just revealed the gender of their baby!! CONGRATS! What a beautiful family ♥️🙏🏾🎉 || 🎥 @ciara
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Jarrett Bell
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@carolecadwalla @samswey Did your PM... —Call it a “hoax”? —Call or a “plandemic” hatched by rivals? —Ignore advice from scientists he ssh’d? —Mock Joe Biden for frequently wearing a mask? —Constantly demonstrate recklessness? —Hold large rallies where most people didn’t mask up? Different deal here.
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Jarrett Bell
9 years
Saw @Lions prez Tom Lewand, who took high road but said: "I’m as frustrated as any of our fans, and I can certainly understand their anger."
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Perspective...
@McClain_on_NFL
John McClain
7 years
The Cowboys-Texans game should be cancelled. It doesn't mean squat. Chargers-Oilers preseason game was cancelled and NFL survived.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Terrell Owens belongs in the Hall of Fame, and I hope other voters will join me via @usatoday
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
Had deep chat with renowned sociologist Harry Edwards. His take on NFL's new anthem policy: via @usatoday
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Jarrett Bell
3 years
Dungy was such a "bad interview" that he wound up in the Hall of Fame and has been high-profile voice for NBC for longer than he was coach for Bucs and Colts. Great read from @mikefreemanNFL ... via @usatoday
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Jarrett Bell
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Hearing that the only other private concert Justin Timberlake has done was for Bill Gates. #BigPayday #Canton
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Saints coach Sean Payton on President Trump: 'We need a little bit more wisdom in that office' via @usatoday
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Jarrett Bell
6 years
Still don't know what a catch is.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Respect.
@RSherman_25
Richard Sherman
7 years
Damn hate to see that happen. I'm praying for a fast recovery for @edelman11 ! Hard worker and great competitor.
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
It's over. Just finished last vote to wrap up Hall of Fame meeting that went 9 hours. Whew!
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Serious context from @nrarmour : The real mockery of national anthem was by Vice President Mike Pence via @USATODAY
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@JarrettBell
Jarrett Bell
4 years
RIP, Fred Dean...
@ProFootballHOF
Pro Football Hall of Fame
4 years
The entire Pro Football Hall of Fame family mourns the passing of Fred Dean. He exemplified many of the values learned from this great game – commitment, integrity, courage – over the course of his life. #HOFForever | @Chargers | @49ers
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Jarrett Bell
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Most classic...LaDainian Tomlinson used his Pro Football Hall of Fame speech to inspire and unify us via @forthewin
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Jarrett Bell
7 years
Weighing in...Michael Bennett's police incident illustrates reason for protests via @usatoday
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