Week 12 vs. Green Bay Packers
LeVeon Bell got just 12 carries for 46 yards last week but that was by design since the Steelers had a quick turnaround with a Thursday game. He more than made up for the lack of running by catching 9 passes for 57 yards, giving him a solid 113 total yards. The Packers have allowed 7 touchdowns on the ground to running backs and don't cover backs out of the backfield particularly well. Bell is a top running back option this week.
Week 11 vs. Tennessee Titans
LeVeon Bell enters Week 11 as the NFL's rushing leader. His 220 carries also lead the league. He had 80 yards on the ground Sunday and added 32 yards on 5 receptions. The Titans allow just 92 rushing yards per game and have given up only 4 rushing touchdowns. Bell might find some tough sledding, but he's a guarantee for 25+ touches, one of the few backs in the league who can count on a heavy workload. He's a must-start.
Week 10 at Indianapolis Colts
In his past seven games, LeVeon Bell has 932 yards from scrimmage with 5 touchdowns. In his past two games against Indianapolis, he has 290 yards from scrimmage with 1 touchdown. This sets up well for Bell, who is averaging just under 25 rushing attempts per game this season. He's going to get the ball and get it a lot. He's a must-start in all formats.
Week 8 at Detroit Lions
LeVeon Bell had 35 carries for 134 yards and also added 3 receptions for another 58 yards. The receiving yards could be key this week against Detroit, which has had issues covering backs out of the backfield. Bell is averaging a league-high 24 carries per game. With what he gives you in the passing game, as well, you don't need me to tell you to get him in your lineup.
Week 7 vs. Cincinnati Bengals
LeVeon Bell had 30+ carries for the second time in three weeks and turned it into a season-high 179 yards and a touchdown. He also had 3 receptions for 12 yards in a monster day. Bell had 23 carries for 93 yards and 38 receiving yards in his only game against Cincinnati last season. The Bengals have been tough to throw against, but are 12th in fantasy points allowed to running backs. Bell is back and is a must-start each week.
Week 6 at Kansas City Chiefs
LeVeon Bell got just 15 carries for 47 yards last week but did catch 10 passes for another 43 yards, giving him a productive day, especially in PPR leagues. He has typically destroyed Kansas City's defense. In three meetings, including a 170-yard game in the playoffs last season, he has 481 yards from scrimmage against Kansas City, including 435 on the ground. Bell is a must-start in all fantasy formats.
Week 5 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Those waiting for LeVeon Bell to break out finally got their wish as he received a whopping 39 touches last week. He responded with 186 total yards (144 rushing, 32 receiving) and 2 touchdowns in a monster game at Baltimore. Look for more of the same this week against Jacksonville, which has the league's top-rated offense but a defense that allows 166 yards per game on the ground and 5.7 yards per carry. Bell should be money in the bank this week with another 30-touch game in the offing.
Week 4 at Baltimore Ravens
LeVeon Bell had 15 carries for 61 yards and another 37 yards on 6 catches. He also scored his first rushing touchdown. The overall touches aren't what you had in mind, but 98 yards and a score on 21 touches isn't bad production. Bell is very close to breaking out. The Ravens are allowing 4.3 yards per rushing attempt. Opponents haven't always been able to run it, however, because of game script. Bell had 122 yards rushing and a score and 9 receptions and a touchdown overall in their two meetings last season. Bell should be a strong start this week.
Week 3 at Chicago Bears
Bell was back to his usual workload last week after a slow Week 1, carrying the ball 27 times and catching 4 passes. It was good for just 91 total yards (87 rushing, 4 receiving), but bigger days are ahead. He looked more like his old self last week. The Bears have a good front-seven but are down to their third-string middle linebacker. He's going to get his 25 touches and should produce solid numbers. Bell is an easy start as an RB1.
Week 2 vs. Minnesota Vikings
Bell had the lowest output of his career last week, gaining 47 total yards. But he also touched the ball just 13 times—10 rushes, 3 catches. The Steelers ran the ball just five times in the first half against Cleveland because they didn't have the ball much—just two minutes in the first quarter—and they were called for seven offensive penalties. That's unlikely to happen again. The Steelers will want to get Bell involved more this week against Minnesota. While the Vikings had success stopping the Saints' run game last week, Bell is a different animal. He should bounce back this week and be a top running back option.
