Alabama WR Kenny Bell tweets: 'I'm hanging up my cleats'; later tweets he's not leaving

John Turner

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Alabama wide receiver Kenny Bell announced via Twitter that he's leaving the team to focus on his responsibilities and family.

Hours later, Bell tweeted that he had had a change of heart:

 

 

Alabama coach Nick Saban told reporters after practice Tuesday (via al.com) that he gave Bell a "personal day" off today and expected him to be back at practice on Wednesday. Saban also said he spoke with Bell and his mother about Bell's situation.

"There were some personal things he needed to iron out," Saban said, according to the Anniston (Ala.) Star. "I think he talked to his family about (them). I talked to his mom and we talked again today. I want Kenny to be happy. I'd love for him to be a part of the team if he can be happy doing that relative to any other personal responsibilities he has."

Bell did not catch a pass in the Crimson Tide's victory over Virginia Tech. For his career, he has 36 receptions for 682 yards and five touchdowns. He sat out the Southeastern Conference Championship game and the BCS National Championship Game last season after breaking his leg against Auburn.

Al.com reported that Bell received his undergraduate degree in December.

John Turner