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Steelers expecting two-game suspension for Le'Veon Bell as result of August drug arrest

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Steelers expecting two-game suspension for Le'Veon Bell as result of August drug arrest

Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell is expected to be suspended for the first two games of next season as a result of his August arrest on marijuana and DUI charges.

Under the terms of the NFL's new substance abuse policy, Bell faces up to a two-game suspension. Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert acknowledged on Tuesday that the team will be prepared if Bell is sidelined.

Bell, 22, was pulled over by Ross police around 1:30 p.m. Aug. 20 when an officer said the car smelled of marijuana. He was charged with possession of marijuana and driving under the influence.

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On Friday, a judge allowed Bell to be admitted into a court program for first-time offenders that, if completed successfully, will lead to the dismissal of the charges.

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The 15-month probationary program will require Bell to abstain from drugs and alcohol, complete any recommended treatment, pay a $100 fee and court costs and complete a safe-driving class. In addition, his driver’s license will be suspended for 60 days.

Attorney Robert Del Greco, who represented Bell, said his client will be in full compliance with the program.

Bell was the NFL's second-leading rusher this season, gaining 1,361 yards and scoring eight touchdowns. He also was Pittsburgh's second-leading receiver with 83 catches for 854 yards.

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Former Steelers running back LeGarrette Blount also was in the car when it was stopped. His marijuana charge was dismissed last week after he completed 50 hours of community service in Boston. The New England Patriots signed Blount two days after he was cut by the Steelers in November.

First Published: February 12, 2015, 11:30 a.m.

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