The Cleveland Browns used a third-round draft pick on wide receiver David Bell out of Purdue back in 2022.
Back in 2024, Bell suffered a dislocated hip at the beginning of the season, which put him out for the entire 2024 season. On Tuesday, he announced his retirement from the NFL. He hauled in 41 receptions for 408 yards and three touchdowns over 32 career games. His retirement message was shared via David Bell's X account and other social media sites.
David Bell's retirement message
“Several months ago, I was blindsided by an off-field injury that was beyond my control, which put my football future in jeopardy,” Bell wrote in a social media post. “After consulting with medical experts and praying, I accept that continuing to play football would literally risk life and limb. Although it is the last thing I would otherwise want to do, with a heavy heart, I am announcing my retirement.”
Some of his other messaging included thanking football for countless memories, thanking the Cleveland Browns organization for taking a chance on him, and a special thanks to the Cleveland medical staff.
Bell was a standout receiver at Purdue. He was named an All-American in 2021 as a junior. Over his three seasons with Purdue, he recorded 232 receptions, 2,946 yards (12.7 y/r), and 21 touchdowns.
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