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Franco Harris: 'Best interest' for Steelers to sign Le'Veon Bell

PITTSBURGH -- As a standard-bearer for Pittsburgh Steelers running backs, Franco Harris has grown to appreciate Le'Veon Bell.

"I think he's the best all-around back in the game," Harris said Wednesday at Heinz Field from the Steelers' throwback uniform unveiling honoring the Super Bowl XIII team.

But the Steelers don't have the best all-around back until he signs, which might not be until September as Bell stays away from the team during offseason workouts.

With Bell and the Steelers preparing for a second straight summer of contract negotiations with the franchise tag as the placeholder, Harris would like to see Bell in black and gold for many years.