Bud Dupree discusses Steelers' role in Le'Veon Bell's music career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree revealed that he and his teammates unwittingly helped launch Le'Veon Bell's music career. Speaking on Cam Heyward's podcast, Dupree described locker room post-practice rap battles that fueled Bell's confidence. The culture among teammates was so supportive that it led Bell and former teammate Antonio Brown to explore hip-hop. Dupree humorously noted that their hype turned serious as Bell transitioned into off-field music ventures, reflecting on the team's internal culture during their competitive years in the NFL.
- •Bud Dupree discusses the Steelers' influence on Le'Veon Bell's rap career.
- •Locker room rap battles became a team ritual during practices.
- •Dupree shares humorous memories from the team's culture.
- •The dynamic among teammates led to serious music careers for Bell and Brown.
- •Bell's transition into music reflects larger trends in athlete branding.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers defense admits they created Le'Veon Bell's rap career
"Bud Dupree reveals how Pittsburgh Steelers teammates hyped up Le'Veon Bell in the locker room, unintentionally launching his music career.
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