OWINGS MILLS, MD — The Baltimore Ravens signed a three-time Pro Bowl run back to their practice squad on Tuesday to help out in their injury-ridden backfield, a source told ESPN's Adam Schaffter. Told.
The 29-year-old is likely to join the 53-man roster soon.
Bell's addition comes after a third-string loss to the Ravens, who ran behind Justice Hill, on Thursday due to an Achilles injury. Baltimore is already J.K. Dobbins when he tore an ACL in his left knee in the preseason finale.
Bell, who worked for Baltimore on Monday, will provide the experience and pass-catching ability behind starter Gus Edwards and backup Tyson Williams.
In 2019, the Ravens had the opportunity to sign Bell to free agency, but opted to add Mark Ingram, who played in Baltimore for two seasons before being released in January.
After rushing for more than 1,000 yards in three of his five seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bell hasn't been the same playwright since sitting out the 2018 season. Last season, he ran a total of 328 yards and two touchdowns with the New York Jets and Kansas City Chiefs.
A source said the Ravens may also sign a young running back who can also help with special teams.
Bell is not the first former Pro Bowl player to be signed to the Ravens' practice squad. Last season, Baltimore added wide receiver Dez Bryant to their practice squad before promoting him to the 53-man roster.