Report: Jets divided on pursuit of RB Bell

The New York Jets long have been considered a frontrunner to sign free agent running back Le'Veon Bell, but the front office reportedly can't come to an agreement. The Daily News reported Monday that there are some in the organization who don't believe he's worth the minimum $15 million annual salary he likely will demand and he might just have too much "mileage and mercurialness." There also is a belief that coach Adam Gase's offense does not need a front-line running back to excel.

Bell, 27, sat out the 2018 season in a contract dispute with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Looking for a long-term deal, he refused to sign the $14.5 million franchise tag and forced his way into free agency. Even if the Jets do not make a move for Bell - teams can begin signing free agents on Wednesday - he is expected to have a handful of teams interested. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport revealed one of them Monday on Twitter: "He'll have a ton of suitors, but Oakland will be ready and is willing to spend for star power even after acquiring Antonio Brown.

In five seasons in Pittsburgh, Bell had 5,336 rushing and 2,660 receiving yards with 42 touchdowns. He led the NFL in 2017 in both carries (321) and total touches (406). --Field Level Media