As if you needed any more proof that Le’Veon Bell is the best back in the league. Apparently, the league still does.
Pro Football Focus noted Bell graded out as the league’s top short yardage back, defined as needing three or fewer yards for a first down/touchdown. According to the graphic they made, over 91% of his rushing yards in those situations came after contact.
No running back was better in short yardage situations last season than @L_Bell26 pic.twitter.com/xF4jTb8vWl
— Pro Football Focus (@PFF) June 28, 2017
Using Pro Football Reference’s Play Index, Bell had 34 carries with three or fewer yards to go last season.