Ex-Steelers All-Pro names DK Metcalf, George Pickens as allies to fight gorilla by joining viral Twitter discussion

Former Steelers All-Pro Le’Veon Bell got into a hilarious online debate after jumping into a wild Twitter thread about fighting a gorilla. He couldn’t resist replying when an X user (@dreamchasnmike) tweeted:

"i think 100 n***as could beat 1 gorilla everybody just gotta be dedicated to the shit😂😂"

The former Steelers RB named some NFL players to his dream squad. DK Metcalf and George Pickens, two of the NFL’s best wide receivers, made Bell’s fantasy fight team.

Bell’s list wasn’t short on star power either. He named Tyson Fury, The Rock, Triple H, and even Hollywood stars like Tom Cruise and Keanu Reeves.

Le'Veon Bell was all-in on idea of returning to Steelers after DK Metcalf signing

Bell was ready to lace up the cleats again if it meant a reunion in Pittsburgh. Ben Roethlisberger floated the idea of coming out of retirement following the Steelers’ trade for Metcalf in March 2025, and Bell jumped on the train without hesitation.

"If Ben comes back, on everything I'm sliding too," Bell tweeted.

Bell and Big Ben were once part of Pittsburgh’s feared “Killer B’s” trio, which lit up defenses from 2013 to 2017. For football fans, the thought of Bell rejoining an offense containing George Pickens, DK Metcalf, Pat Freiermuth, and potentially Roethlisberger would have been pure nostalgia.

Bell famously sat out the 2018 season chasing a bigger payday, but it’s clear his heart still beats black and gold. His rise in the Steel City was pure box office. After being drafted 48th overall in 2013, Bell inked a four-year, $4.12 million deal, battling for the top running back spot.

Bell’s rookie year took off once he got rid of a mid-foot sprain. He broke Franco Harris’s rookie record with 1,259 yards from scrimmage, rushing for 860 yards and eight touchdowns across 13 starts.

Bell got into his groove in 2014, registering 2,215 scrimmage yards and setting the Steelers’ single-season record. His 83 receptions and 1,361 rushing yards had defenses running for their lives.

The following two years in Pittsburgh were low-key, with suspensions and injuries taking their toll. However, Bell bounced back big and set a franchise playoff rushing record with 167 yards against the Miami Dolphins.

Bell finished his Steelers career as a three-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro.