Bill Bell

William Stephen Bell (December 9, 1947 – June 25, 2022) was an American professional football placekicker who played three seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots. He was selected by the Falcons in the 17th round of the 1970 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Kansas.

Early life and college William Stephen Bell was born on December 9, 1947, in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He attended Falls Church High School in West Falls Church, Virginia.

Professional career Bell was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the 17th round, with the 428th overall pick, of the 1970 NFL draft. He was cut by the Falcons on September 7, 1970. He signed with the Falcons again in 1971.

Bell was claimed off waivers by the New England Patriots on July 25, 1973.

Personal life As of 2004, Bell was serving as Director of Buildings and Grounds in Douglas County, Kansas, a position he had held since 1988. Bell died on June 25, 2022.