Le'Veon Bell will return to the Steelers at some point before the start of the regular season, according to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Bell wanted to get a long-term deal done with Pittsburgh, but the two sides were unable to agree to terms before the July 17 deadline. Back in February, the Steelers placed the exclusive franchise tag on Bell, which prevents him from negotiating with any other team. As a franchised running back, Bell will earn $12.1 million this year.
After the season, Bell could hit free agency or Pittsburgh could place the franchise tag on him for a second consecutive season.