Ross Scheuerman (born March 5, 1993) is a former professional

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. He played

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. Scheuerman was signed by the

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as an

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in 2015. He has also been a member of the

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and

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. He last played for the

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of the

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(CFL). Scheuerman grew up in the

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section of

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and attended

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, where he set the conference career records for carries, rushing yards and touchdowns.

Professional career

Pittsburgh Steelers

After going undrafted in the

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, Scheuerman signed with the

on May 2, 2015. On August 2, 2015, he was waived by the Steelers.

Green Bay Packers

On December 8, 2015, Scheuerman was signed to the

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. He was not re-signed after the season.

Philadelphia Eagles

Scheuerman was signed by the

on January 21, 2016. On May 3, 2016, he was released by the Eagles.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

On May 28, 2016, Scheuerman was signed by the

. He made his first start on September 16, 2016, after starting running back

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went down with an injury. Scheuerman rushed for 79 yards on 19 carries; he also added 5 receptions for 40 yards.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Scheuerman, Ross 1993 births Living people Players of American football from New Jersey American football running backs Lafayette Leopards football players Pittsburgh Steelers players Philadelphia Eagles players Hamilton Tiger-Cats players Green Bay Packers players People from Upper Freehold Township, New Jersey Sportspeople from Monmouth County, New Jersey