In 2018, Le’Veon Bell took it upon himself to fight for the money he deserved. The veteran Pro Bowl running back, a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers at the time, held out for what became the entire season. Contract disputes didn’t become easier on either side, and Bell ended up taking the whole year off.
However, Bell is back on the field and with his new team, the New York Jets. He’s returned to the sport he loves and reflects on how his year off made him realize his extreme appreciation for his profession.