Hometown Hero Joique Bell Could Solve Detroit Lions' Problem at RB

Joique Bell may be the best running back in college football that you have yet to hear about.

Joique Bell played his college football at Wayne State University in downtown Detroit. Actually, let me rephrase that previous sentence, Bell didn’t just play at Wayne State, he absolutely dominated there.

Joique Bell’s career statistics at WSU are ridiculous. He rushed for 6,728 yards, accounted for 100 total touchdowns (88 rushing, eight receiving, four passing), and had 7,008 total offensive yards in four years.

Joique Bell’s most impressive statistic might just be that he scored 17 touchdowns in his last four college games. Bell was also the fourth player in D-2 history to have two 2,000 yard rushing seasons.

Bell is one of the most impressive players to ever play college football at any level. He has the size (5’11’’ 225 lbs.) and the speed (4.5) to be an excellent NFL running back. In this video clip you will clearly see that Bell’s effort, desire, and love for the game aren’t also to be questioned.

Bell was invited to the 2010 Senior Bowl where he has been tearing it up. Scouts have been raving about his natural pass catching ability, pass blocking skills, and his explosiveness. Bell has also been invited to the NFL Combine, which takes place during the last weeks of February.

The Detroit Lions are in a great position to improve at running back without wasting a high draft pick. As of right now, Joique Bell is rated as a 4-5 round draft pick. Bell has stated that he would love to play for the Lions if given the opportunity.

Joique Bell is an unique prospect and is set to prove that he can not only play in the NFL, but be a starting running back. A hometown reunion between the Lions and Bell might just be a step in the right direction for this struggling franchise.