When the signed running back , it was viewed mostly as a depth signing of a low-priced veteran. After watching the running game wither without in the playoffs last season, Williams' addition might be more important early for the if Bell is suspended for the start of the NFL season. "We will wait to hear what happens from a league level in regards to that," coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday at the NFL Annual Meeting, referring to Bell's po sible suspension, . "But, obviously, we will be prepared to move on without him for whatever time is nece sary. The acquisition of Williams helps us in that regard." Williams mi sed 10 games in 2014 due to injury, but he has the pedigree to take Denzel Curry Jersey over the starting role early in the season if Bell mi ses any time. When Bell returns, Williams is likely return to a complementary role. "We needed to fortify depth at the running back position," Tomlin said. "He definitely fits the bill." Bell was arrested on marijuana po se sion and DUI charges in August. Last month the running back was given 15 months probation and was admitted to a program for first-time offenders as part of a plea agreement with prosecutors. Generally the NFL views those plea agreements as guilty verdicts under the substance-abuse policy, which could lead to a two-game suspension. The NFL has yet to announce any penalty for Bell, but the handcuffed their backfield for such a future. football players will likely need to do the same. The latest Podcast and discu ses which star players were helped (and hurt) by free agency. Find more content on . Chris Silva Jersey