NFL Star Le'Veon Bell May Hold Out Over Contract Dispute The Pittsburgh Steelers running back could sit out up to eight games br next season. Bell held out last season until the first week of September after facing similar issues with the Steelers' front office. Sources says he must either sign his $14.5 million franchise tender contract with Pittsburgh, or begin the holdout. Bell rushed for 1,291 yards, and received another br 655 last season. The 26-year-old also finished with 11 total br touchdowns for the AFC North-br champion Steelers. Bell is widely considered the best running back in the NFL.