Bell was waived by the Panthers on Friday, Max Henson of the team's official website reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bell suited up for a total of nine games with the Bengals during his first two seasons. He was looking to earn a spot contributing on special teams and providing depth at linebacker, but ultimately failed to do so.

Bell signed a contract with the Bengals on Friday, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Bengals linebacking corps is currently ravaged by injury -- Preston Brown (leg) and Nick Vigil (knee) ruled out Sunday, while Vontaze Burfict (hip) is questionable -- leading to the Bengals to bring back Bell. The 23-year-old recorded 10 tackles over three games with Cincinnati in 2017 and should fulfill a depth role at linebacker.

Bell (undisclosed) passed his physical and the Bengals erased his Non-Football Injury list designation Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Bell appears healthy and ready to practice, though the nature of his injury was never disclosed. Entering his second season in the NFL, the linebacker will continue to compete for a depth role during training camp.

Bell (undisclosed) was placed on the Non-Football Injury list Monday, Paul Dehner Jr. of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

The nature of Bell's injury isn't clear. When healthy, the second-year linebacker will compete for a depth role within the Bengals defense.

Bell was promoted to the Bengals' active roster Friday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

This move comes in the wake of Kevin Minter (hamstring) being placed on injured reserve, while starter Nick Vigil (ankle) and Vontaze Burfict (concussion) will also be out for Sunday's game against the Vikings. The need for depth was evident, but Bell will be one of five healthy linebackers in Cincinnati, which may allow him for some defensive snaps. Still, the undrafted rookie has no NFL experience, so Sunday will be a good test of his abilities.