Steve Slaton

Bio

An elusive running back who torched defenses with his explosive speed, Steve Slaton led West Virginia during one of the most successful periods in school history. A unanimous First Team All-American in 2006, Slaton finished fourth in Heisman Trophy voting and as a finalist for the Doak Walker Award, setting the WVU single season rushing record with 1,744 yards while accumulating 2,104 all-purpose yards. Making an immediate impact as a true freshman in 2005, Slaton set a then-Big East record with 1,128 rushing yards, including a memorable six-touchdown performance in a triple-overtime victory against Louisville. His MVP performance in the Sugar Bowl against Georgia included a bowl-record 204 rushing yards and three touchdowns. He was named Big East Rookie of the Year and a First Team Freshman All-American. He rushed for 1,051 yards in 2007, adding a third consecutive season of more than 1,000 yards. During his three seasons in Morgantown, WVU went 33-5, winning three consecutive bowls (2006 Sugar, 2007 Gator, and 2008 Fiesta upset of Oklahoma). The run included two Big East titles (2005, 2007), the winningest three-year period in WVU history, and the second-best record in the nation over the three years. A three-time All-Big East performer, Slaton finished his college career as WVU's all-time leader in total touchdowns (55), rushing touchdowns (50), and points scored by a non-kicker (330). He and quarterback Pat White each surpassed 1,000 rushing yards in consecutive seasons, just the third pair to ever do so. He rushed for 3,923 yards during his career, adding another 805 receiving and totaling 4,775 all-purpose yards. He finished his career as the NCAA active leader in points per game (9.4).

Career Highlights

• 2006 All-Conference
• 2006 Consensus All-America
• 2006 Heisman Trophy - Fourth