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• Professional football running back Gary Russell plays in the National Football League for the Pittsburgh Steelers. In addition to his reserve running back duties, Russell assists the Steelers with special teams plays.Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: September 8, 1986Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  2. Birthplace: Columbus, OhioOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  3. Height: 5'11"Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  4. Weight: 215 lbsOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  5. Jersey number: 33Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  6. High school: Walnut Ridge High SchoolOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  7. College: University of MinnesotaOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell
  8. Also played basketball and wrestled in high schoolOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell

• Football Career

  Prior to playing professionally, Russell played college football for the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the NCAA. Playing only two seasons with the Gophers, he recorded 1,274 total rushing yards on 110 carries, plus 16 receptions for 168 yards to total 19 touchdowns. He sat on the bench for the entire 2006 season, then after college went undrafted.Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Gary Russell

  Russell joined the NFL by signing as a free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2007. He joined the team for three games that year, recording seven carries for 21 yards. Russell saw improved playing time in 2008, playing in 12 games and totaling 28 runs for 77 yards and three touchdowns as he helped the Steelers reach Super Bowl XLIII.NFL.com: Gary Russell

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