Fantasy Football: 2015 First Round Mock Draft

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3. Le’Veon Bell, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers

Without his suspension, Le’Veon Bell would be higher on this list. I know it got reduced, but that’s not quite enough to get him in the top two. His suspension is the only reason he is not the first name on this list.

Bell is a Fantasy superstar and his talent is undeniable. Last season, Bell rushed for 1,361 yards and eight touchdowns. He is getting better every year, and this year he is poised to have a career year. Bell is a Steeler, which means he is in the AFC North. Other than the Baltimore Ravens, who ranked fourth in rushing yards allowed per game (88.2), the rest of the division struggled to stop the run.

That means Bell will face the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals twice each. The Browns had the worst run defense in the league last season, allowing nearly 142 yards per game. The Bengals weren’t quite as bad, but they still allowed 116 yards per game, 20 in the NFL. Given these circumstances, if you are willing to wait out his two week suspension, then Bell will reward you with an exceptional season.