Undrafted Wonder: Bell Back on Practice Squad | NFL News

0:00On September 2nd, so Dylan Bell, this wide receiver out of Georgia, was making some serious noise as an undrafted rookie. He was showing out in preseason, catching passes, and even running the ball effectively. He even made the initial 53 man roster, which is huge for an undrafted guy. But then, Monday hit, and he got cut. The Vikings picked up a couple of linemen from waivers, and Bell was the casualty. Naturally, fans were heated, hoping they'd find a way to keep this promising player around. It looked like his time with the team was over, but good news dropped today. Bell cleared waivers, and the Vikings are bringing him back to the practice squad. So he's still in Minnesota, ready to keep grinding. This is actually a smart move. For an undrafted player, especially in a deep receiver room, the practice squad is the perfect place to develop. To get reps, hone his skills, and still be on the team's radar for a potential call-up, it gives him a real shot to prove himself without the pressure of immediate game day

1:01action. He showed flashes of talent, and now he has the opportunity to refine that talent, and make a stronger case for the active roster next season. Stay locked in with NFL News Today. AI-powered updates.