Could television speculation turn into free agency reality for two AFC North rivals?
On Friday morning, the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport commented on how the pairing of Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson "makes sense."
Bell saw a tweet about a potential backfield match with Jackson and replied with a "thinking face" emoji.
Later Friday, Bell noticed that Jackson began following him on Instagram and responded with "It is a NEW ERA," playing off Jackson's Twitter handle "lj_era8."
The Ravens are looking to add more explosive playmakers around Jackson, and Baltimore will have more salary cap room going from Joe Flacco's expensive deal to Jackson's cheaper rookie contract.