Jeff Hafley provides update on Dolphins rookie receiver Chris Bell
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 3:26 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley spoke on July 28 about rookie wide receiver Chris Bell, who is recovering from a torn ACL sustained in November 2025. Bell, drafted in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, has shown significant progress. Hafley expressed optimism regarding Bell's return, stating it is not far off. Bell participated in the team’s conditioning test and is expected to be involved in training camp, although caution will be exercised as he continues his recovery.
- •Jeff Hafley provided an update on Chris Bell's recovery on July 28.
- •Bell tore his ACL while playing for Louisville in November 2025.
- •Hafley said Bell's return is not 'way off in the distance'.
- •Bell completed the team's conditioning test and will participate in training camp.
- •Hafley emphasized the need for caution as Bell continues to recover.
- 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — Jeff Hafley updates injury status for Dolphins rookie receiver Chris Bell
"Bell’s return is not “way off in the distance” according to Miami’s coach.
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