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Former MSU football defensive back signs with professional team
TL;DR
Malcolm Bell, a former Michigan State defensive back, has signed his first professional contract with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the CFL. He was previously selected in the first round of the CFL Draft after a minicamp with the Cleveland Browns.
Key points
- Malcolm Bell signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
- He was selected in the first round of the CFL Draft.
- Bell previously attended a minicamp with the Cleveland Browns.
- He transferred to Michigan State after playing at UConn.
- Bell recorded 49 tackles in his season at Michigan State.
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A former Spartans defensive back has signed his first professional football contract.
Former Michigan State defensive back Malcolm Bell has signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). The Roughriders announced the signing of Bell on Wednesday.
Bell was selected by Saskatchewan in the first round of the CFL Draft in late April. However, he first pursued an opportunity in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns before signing with the Roughriders this week. Bell received a minicamp invite from the Browns but it appears he'll be moving forward with his CFL opportunity following that minicamp.
Bell transferred to Michigan State ahead of the 2025 season after playing four years at UConn. He appeared in all 12 games for the Spartans during his lone season in East Lansing, Mich., recording 49 tackles, five tackles for loss, one sack and six passes defended.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will open their 2026 season next month, with their season running through the summer into the fall.
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Q&A
What team did Malcolm Bell sign with after the CFL Draft?
Malcolm Bell signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.
Why did Malcolm Bell leave the Cleveland Browns minicamp?
Malcolm Bell pursued an opportunity with the Saskatchewan Roughriders after attending the Cleveland Browns minicamp.
What were Malcolm Bell's stats during his season at Michigan State?
During his season at Michigan State, Malcolm Bell recorded 49 tackles, five tackles for loss, one sack, and six passes defended.
