Che Nwabuko’s calling card is elite speed — and Pitt is still trying to weaponize it
In 2024, Che Nwabuko flashed as a change-of-pace back for Pittsburgh, rushing 6 times for 76 yards and a touchdown while adding 2 catches for 15 yards; his 57-yard score against Youngstown State shows the burst that makes him dangerous on any touch.[8][2] What makes him intriguing is the rare speed profile behind the production — Pitt and recruiting coverage consistently describe him as a track-level athlete, and that explosiveness gives him big-play upside even in a limited role.[8][11][17] The main question for a team is volume, not talent: he looks like a fit if you want a fast, high-upside space player rather than a pure between-the-tackles runner.[3][12]
