Kendrell Bell
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| Kendrell Bell | |
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| Date of birth | July 2, 1980 |
| Place of birth | Augusta, GA |
| Position(s) | Linebacker |
| College | University of Georgia |
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| 2001-2004 2005- |
Pittsburgh Steelers Kansas City Chiefs |
Kendrell Alexander Bell (born July 2, 1980 in Augusta, Georgia) is an American football linebacker who currently plays for the Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL. Previously, he played for the Pittsburgh Steelers. In 2001 Bell was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press. He attended the University of Georgia.
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[edit] High School career
Bell attended Laney High School in Augusta, Georgia. He was a three-sport star in football, basketball, and track & field. In football, he was an All-State selection and won Atlanta Journal All-South honors. In track & field, he was ranked fifth in the state in the shot put as a senior.
[edit] Junior College Years
Bell attended Middle Georgia Junior College for two years. He was a two-time Super Prep JUCO 100 selection. As a freshman, he played fullback and finished the season with 689 rushing yards. As a sophomore, he garnered six sacks and 132 tackles, and helped lead his defensive unit to a No.1 ranking in the nation.
[edit] NCAA College Years
Bell attended the University of Georgia and was a child and family development major, along with being a football star. In football, he finished his superb career with seven sacks, four interceptions, 153 tackles (10 for a loss), five forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.
| Preceded by: Brian Urlacher |
Defensive Rookie of the Year 2001 |
Succeeded by: Julius Peppers |
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