FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman said he is not keeping an eye on other top running backs around the league -- namely Pittsburgh's Le'Veon Bell -- as Freeman eyes a new contract of his own.
Freeman, who is entering the final year of his rookie deal and is set to make $1.797 million in 2017, is expected to be rewarded with a long-term deal. His agent, Kristin Campbell, previously expressed a desire to see the two-time Pro Bowler paid like an "elite" running back.
Meanwhile, Bell, who received the franchise tag at $12.