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Text Box: OLB Rank 4 Rating 2.7 Beau Bell Ht: 6-2 Wt: 248  Statistics 2007 Played 11 games. 126 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 5 forced fumbles, 3 pass breakups, 4 interceptions with 1 returned for a TD. Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year. Most Inspirational Player, 1st Team All MWC. 2006 Played 7 games. Limited by a left ankle sprain. 76 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 4 sacks. Averaged an impressive 12.2 tackles per game. 2005 Started 7 of 11 games. 92 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks. 2nd Team All MWC. Played through a groin injury suffered early in the year. 2004 Played 11 games. 26 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 1 fumble recovery, 1 forced fumble. Analysis Bell has the prototypical size and speed combination for an OLB. He possesses impressive game speed and explosive power. He also shows good instincts in locating the ball carrier and takes the proper angles when in pursuit. Bell is a high-impact tackler who is capable of jarring the ball loose on every play. He has the speed and range to be effective in pass coverage; however, his hips are tight, and he needs to become more fluid in his transition. During Senior Bowl practices, Bell appeared stiff and struggled changing directions before he went down with a left knee injury. He did not participate the remainder of the week. In conclusion, Bell matured on and off the field as a senior. He took on a leadership role with the team and led by example with his on-field performance. Many scouts project Bell to move to ILB, while he appears to be a perfect fit at OLB in a 3-4 defense.

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