D'Anthony Bell

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		64	2	4	76
2025		14	0	0	15
2024		17	0	0	19
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This signing grades out as a slight overpay for the Seattle Seahawks — the team is getting approximately what they're paying for in on-field production. D'Anthony's on-field performance ranks in the bottom third among NFL DBs, grading him as a depth piece at the position. His $1.4M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the DB market. The production lines up closely with the price tag — depth piece production at bargain money, which is essentially paying fair market value. D'Anthony is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.

Performance Analysis

D'Anthony Bell earns an F for the Seahawks as a defensive back, a player who has not been able to establish himself at the NFL level. Bell has been used in a variety of roles without excelling in any of them. His coverage skills are below average, and his tackling has been inconsistent. Seattle's secondary has had issues, and Bell has been part of that problem when given opportunities. He lacks the instincts and processing ability to react quickly enough to NFL offenses. The Seahawks need to find upgrades in their defensive backfield, and Bell is not part of the solution.

Fan Sentiment

D'Anthony Bell's return to Seattle represents the type of low-stakes depth signing that generates minimal public attention but reflects well on organizational culture. The media framed this reunion as a smart, low-risk move that rewards past contributions while addressing depth needs, with outlets noting Bell's previous championship contributions and the symbolic value of bringing back familiar faces. Fans responded positively to the Seahawks' loyalty gesture, viewing the modest one-year deal as evidence of strong organizational values rather than a significant football transaction. The signing earned a D+ grade primarily due to Bell's limited on-field impact potential, as he's viewed as camp competition and special teams depth rather than a meaningful roster contributor. While the move generates goodwill and costs little in terms of resources, the public perception remains realistic about Bell's role as a replacement-level player who provides institutional knowledge more than transformative talent. The transaction succeeds as a culture-building exercise but lacks the football significance to drive sustained media coverage or fan excitement.