Russ Campbell

Russell Lee Campbell (born April 2, 1969) is an American former professional football tight end who played one season with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Steelers in the seventh round of the 1992 NFL draft after playing college football at Kansas State University.

Early life and college Russell Lee Campbell was born on April 2, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Wichita North High School in Wichita, Kansas. His 18.6 yards per catch was the highest in the Big Eight in 1991. He was also a four-time first-team Academic All-Big Eight selection, and an NFF National Scholar-Athlete in 1991.

Professional career Campbell was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the seventh round, with the 179th overall pick, of the 1992 NFL draft. He became a free agent after the season and re-signed with the Steelers on March 11, 1993.