Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Thu 3/14/24 11:46 AM

Bell signed a one-year contract with the Bengals on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bell played three seasons with Cincinnati before a one-year stay in Carolina, which saw him record 69 combined tackles and an interception in 2023 across 13 contests. The 29-year-old was released by the Panthers on Wednesday and agreed to take the minimum salary with the Bengals, as he's still getting $6 million guaranteed from his former team.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Mon 3/11/24 4:04 PM

Bell is slated to be released by the Panthers ahead of the start of the new league year Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Bell signed a three-year contract with Carolina last spring, but after one season, he'll now be looking for a new home. The veteran safety appeared in 13 games last season, recording 69 tackles (42 solo), two passes defended and an interception. His exit is expected to save the team only $1 million in 2024 cap space, according to Greg Auman of Fox Sports.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Fri 1/12/24 3:47 PM

Bell finished the regular season with 69 tackles (42 solo) and one interception on two passes defended in 13 games.
EDGE Analysis
Bell missed a few games with quadriceps and shoulder injuries, contributing toward a career low in tackles. The 29-year-old has seen his tackle total decrease in three straight seasons and offered minimal impact breaking up passes this term. Nonetheless, he remains under contract with the Panthers for the 2024 campaign, and it's unclear whether defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero will remain in charge.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Tue 12/26/23 4:00 PM

Bell recorded seven total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 33-30 loss to the Packers.
EDGE Analysis
The 29-year-old's seven tackles Sunday brought his season total up to 63, making him Carolina's third-leading tackler while he's played just 11 games thus far. Bell has dealt with both shoulder and quadriceps issues throughout the year, but he's averaging almost six tackles per game when he's been on the field. The veteran safety and Carolina's defense will look to end the season on a positive note, with matchups against Jacksonville and Tampa Bay over the next two weeks.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Fri 12/8/23 12:54 PM

Bell (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Saints after logging a full practice Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Bell was limited Wednesday and Thursday, but he avoided an injury designation by increasing his practice participation Friday. The starting strong safety will return from a one-game absence Sunday.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Wed 12/6/23 4:56 PM

Bell (shoulder) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Bell missed the team's loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday after logging three consecutive DNPs leading into the weekend, so his return to the field is ultimately a step in the right direction. However, Bell should still likely be considered questionable for Week 14 against the Saints and may need to up his activity level in practice as the week goes on to increase his chances of suiting up.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Fri 12/1/23 1:55 PM

Bell (shoulder) is listed as out for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay.
EDGE Analysis
Bell will miss his fourth game of the season in Week 13, this time due to a shoulder injury he sustained in Week 12 at Tennessee. Sam Franklin figures to start at safety in his place Sunday.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Wed 11/29/23 3:09 PM

Bell (shoulder) did not participate at practice Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Bell was forced out of Sunday's loss at Tennessee early due to a shoulder injury, and he's now also sitting out to start the Panthers' new week of practice. If he can't return to practice Thursday or Friday, he'll probably end up sidelined in Week 13 at Tampa Bay.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Sun 11/26/23 3:09 PM

Bell (shoulder) has been ruled Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Titans, Mike Kaye reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bell suffered the injury late in the second half and will now need to wait until Week 13 to potentially return to the field. It's not yet clear what the specifics of the Ohio State product's injuries are or if he could be looking at a longer-term absence.

Vonn Bell
S CIN (7)
Sun 11/26/23 2:39 PM

Bell has exited Sunday's game against the Titans with a shoulder injury, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bell had three tackles before suffering the injury late in the second quarter, and he's considered questionable to return. His absence will certainly be a blow to the Panthers' secondary while he is out of the game, and Alex Cook, Sam Franklin and Jammie Robinson are all candidates to see increased snaps in his place.