The Cleveland Browns are seeing their 2025 season slip away yet again. Through the first six games of the season they are 1-5 and dead last in their division. It will take a full turn around if they want to make a run for a playoff spot.
However, the team is reportedly losing a 24-year-old wide receiver due to shocking circumstances.
In shocking news, Browns see 24-year-old David Bell announce his retirement (Breaking News)
Oct 5, 2025; Tottenham, United Kingdom; Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski looks on from the sideline during the third quarter of an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
It was announced this week that wide receiver David Bell would retire early from the NFL:
The 24-year-old announced his decision in a lengthy post on social media, saying that an “off-field injury” ultimately forced him into retirement. Bell added that continuing to play in the NFL would “literally risk life and limb.”
“Several months ago, I was blindsided by an off-field injury that was beyond my control, which put my football future in jeopardy. After consulting with medical experts and praying, I accept that continuing to play football would literally risk life and limb. Although it is the last thing I would otherwise want to do, with a heavy heart I am announcing my retirement.”
“Football gave me memories I’ll cherish forever and taught me how through focus, selflessness, and determination, the whole can be greater than the collection of individuals,” he continued. “Thanks to God for guiding me every step of the way and for the strength to chase this dream.”
Jan 7, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell (18) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
Bell was drafted out of Purdue in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft. As a rookie, he appeared in 16 games, totaling 214 yards. He scored his first NFL touchdown the following season, which he finished with 167 yards and three touchdowns.
Bell’s 2024 season was cut short after he sustained a season-ending hip injury during Week 2, his last professional appearance. He opened the 2025 season on the Browns’ non-football injury list.
Bell thanked the organization in his statement. He also thanked attorney Brad Sohn, a class-action and injury lawyer, for “making sure this never happens to anyone else again.” Sohn replied on X, saying, “One thing for sure. This will NOT happen again. Bet.”
Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell (18) catches a touchdown pass as Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II (20) defends in the fourth quarter during a Week 18 NFL football game between the Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati. © Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK
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