7:40PM Monday
March 25, 2013

Joique Bell, RB, Detroit Lions

Player Profile

Height/Weight:-5-11/220

Birthdate:-8/4/1986

School:-Wayne State (MI)

FANTASY FOOTBALL ANALYSIS

Joique Bell came out of nowhere to become a PPR machine in 2012. He finished the season with 52 receptions for 485 yards and was largely owned in most leagues by the end of the year. Not only was he productive in the passing game, he also ran for a stout 5.0 YPC and totaled 414 yards on the ground. He was the Lions best overall running back in 2012.

And now it's very unlikely he reaches those numbers again. The Lions have signed veteran Reggie Bush to lead the running back attack for next season. And since Reggie is an accomplished receiver himself, this might mean little work for the surprising Bell to continue his hot streak.

It appears at first glance that Mikel LeShoure will be handling short-yardage and goal line work while Reggie gets the majority of carries between the 20s. Joique will still be the change-of-pace back but spelling LeSho...