Russell Running out of Nowhere

Steelers rookie Gary Russell doesn’t have to look far for hope, that, as an undrafted free agent running back, he can someday be an impact player in the NFL.All he has to do is take a quick look 10 feet across the locker room at Pro Bowler Willie Parker.

“You always have hope,” Russell said. “We came from a similar situation — mine might be a little worse than his — but it always gave me a clear road when I got here to show that I can still do it.”

Russell’s opportunity may come a lot sooner than he or anyone else could have expected.

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