NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade
Miami Dolphins activate rookie wide receiver Chris Bell from injury list
Miami Dolphins rookie wide receiver Chris Bell has returned to practice after being activated from the non-football injury list on Monday. Bell, who is recovering from a knee injury sustained last November, is currently participating in limited team activities but will not play in this Saturday's preseason game.
Read the full story at WSVN 7 News MiamiWhy It Matters
The return of a third-round draft pick impacts the team's roster depth and offensive strategy for the upcoming 2026 NFL season.
Key Facts
- Chris Bell was activated from the non-football injury list on Monday.
- Bell is recovering from a torn ACL suffered in November.
- Bell participated in two practices this week wearing a non-contact jersey.
- Bell will not participate in Thursday's joint practice with the New York Giants.
- Bell will not play in Saturday's preseason game.
- Bell's status for the September 13 season opener against Las Vegas is currently unknown.
- The Dolphins drafted three wide receivers in April: Chris Bell, Caleb Douglas, and Kevin Coleman Jr.
- Bell recorded 2,166 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns during his college career at Louisville.
Who's Mentioned
personJeff Hafley“Head coach of the Miami Dolphins”personMalik Willis“Quarterback for the Miami Dolphins”organizationMiami Dolphins“Professional football team”personKevin Coleman Jr.“Wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins”other228“Weight of Chris Bell in pounds”personChris Bell“Rookie wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins”other2,166“Total career receiving yards for Chris Bell at Louisville”personCaleb Douglas“Wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins”other12“Total career touchdowns for Chris Bell at Louisville”