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Bell: $60M contract wouldn't be enough to sign with Jets

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It's highly unlikely Le'Veon Bell will star in the Meadowlands anytime soon.

Bell, who's scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent, is seeking a gargantuan new contract, but he appeared to rule out the New York Jets as a potential suitor Thursday.

A fan pleaded with Bell to sign with the Jets, posing a scenario in which his team offered the running back $60 million to play in New York.

He hastily declined.

Bell earned $12.1 million for the 2017 season after being franchised tagged, making him the highest-paid running back in the league.

It appears a bidding war could emerge for the Pittsburgh Steelers standout, and it's possible he'll leave the AFC North powerhouse, but it's almost certain he won't be wearing the green and white next fall.

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