Dolphins rookie WR knows he has one more step in return from injury
Dolphins rookie Chris Bell is coming back from a torn ACL, and while he's played in a preseason game, one part of his game hasn't fully come back yet.
Miami Dolphins rookie wide receiver Chris Bell recently underwent a torn ACL during his final season at Louisville, but has shown impressive recovery. Receiving third-round pick status in the 2026 NFL Draft, Bell made his preseason debut for Miami against the Atlanta Falcons. Despite still needing to regain his physical and mental form, Bell remains optimistic.
"I feel like I just got to keep working on being confident," he remarked in an interview, emphasizing the importance of confidence in both his knee and his overall performance. Bell attributed his recent good play to overcoming overthinking during practices, stating that once he catches the ball, his nervousness dissipates. While he currently stands at two catches for 22 yards in the preseason, Bell envisions returning to his peak form from his senior year at Louisville, where he recorded an impressive 917 receiving yards and six touchdowns in 11 games.
Should Bell achieve this level of performance in Miami, the Dolphins could prove to be a significant improvement over expectations, solidifying a successful draft move by new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley.
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