The sad story of Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Ricky Bell | A story of heartbreak & tragedy
Jul 21, 2025
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In 1977, Rick Bell is drafted No. 1 overall out of the University of Southern California by the Tamp Bay Buccaneers. He's a 1,000 yard rusher, with speed, agility, size and strength. By 1984, he was dead. This is one of the most heartbreaking stories I've ever covered.
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