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WVU Football: Mountaineer running back returns to Steel City

Rushel Shell played three seasons in Morgantown, where he totaled 2,010 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. He added 49 catches for 341 yards in the passing game. Before donning the old gold & blue though, Shell opted to play football closer to home.

After graduating from Hopewell (Pa.), Shell took his talents to Pitt and became a Panther. As a true freshman, he ran for 641 yards and four touchdowns as the No. 2 back. Had Shell not transferred, he would’ve been the workhorse for the Panthers he following season.

If you notice anything about his combined numbers from Pitt and WVU, it’s the consistency.