JaMarcus Russell
Quarterback, American football player
1985 –
Who is JaMarcus Russell?
JaMarcus Trenell Russell is a former American football quarterback. Russell played college football for the LSU Tigers where he finished 21–4 as a starter and was named MVP of the 2007 Sugar Bowl. The Oakland Raiders selected Russell with the first overall pick of the 2007 NFL Draft. Russell held out until the Raiders signed him to a contract worth $61 million with $32 million guaranteed. Russell played three seasons with the Raiders, compiling 7–18 record as a starter. Due to his inconsistent play the Raiders released on May 6, 2010. Russell was later arrested on drug charges.
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- Born
- Aug 9, 1985
Mobile - Also known as
- JaMarcus Trenell Russell
- Parents
- Ethnicity
- African American
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Louisiana State University
- Lived in
- Mobile
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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