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Gary Russell

Oakland Raiders

1986/09/08 22

5-11 215

Columbus, OH

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Rushing Receiving
G Rush Yds Y/G Avg TD Rec Yds Y/G Avg TD
2008 Steelers 12 28 77 6.4 2.7 3 1 -2 -0.2 -2 0

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • A powerful ball-carrier with some burst. Hits his holes and doesn't go down easily. Has shown the ability to catch the ball.
Flaws
  • Needs a lot of work on his blocking. Had major academic problems in college. Needs to find his niche in the NFL.
Career Potential
  • Goal-line back and solid backup.

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

May 8, 2009 Signed as a free agent by the Oakland Raiders.
April 27, 2009 Released by the Cincinnati Bengals.
April 17, 2009 Claimed off waivers from the Pittsburgh Steelers.
April 16, 2009 Released by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
October 1, 2008 Signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers from the practice squad.
September 20, 2008 Released by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
April 30, 2007 Signed as an undrafted free agent by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Trades

May 8, 2009 Signed as a free agent by the Oakland Raiders.
April 17, 2009 Claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Bengals from the Pittsburgh Steelers.
April 30, 2007 Signed as an undrafted free agent by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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