-
- Born August 9, 1985
- Birthplace: Mobile, Alabama
- Height: 6'6"
- Weight: 260 lbs
- Position: Quarterback
- College: Louisiana State University
- First pick in 2007 NFL draft
- First-team All-SEC
- 2007 Sugar Bowl MVP
-
-
JaMarcus Russell plays professional football as the starting quarterback for the Oakland Raiders in the National Football League.
Russell, who was absent from the beginning of the Raiders voluntary workouts in March of 2009, showed up on March 26, 2009. Raiders coach tom Cable reportedly reminded Russell of his need to embrace a leadership role on the team, which includes attending these extra sessions.SFGate: JaMarcus in the House
College Career
Russell became the starting quarterback for the LSU Tigers in 2005, leading the team to a 10-1 regular season record. Russel was injured in a loss to the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC Championship Game. He led the Tigers to the Sugar Bowl in 2006, defeating Notre Dame and was named the Sugar Bowl's MVP.Rookie Season
After being drafted number one overall by the Oakland Raiders in the 2007 draft, Russell signed a six-year contract with the Raiders worth up to $68 million. He played in his first professional game on December 2, 2007, against the Denver Broncos, and started the final game of the season against the San Diego Chargers.-
-
JaMarcus Russell Questions
Are Jack Russels really smart dogs? 2 AnswersDifferent breeds of dogs can be extremely intelligent in different ways. Terriers are known for their intelligence and tenacity (read: they're smart and can be ... read more
Where does the name Jack Russell come from? 1 AnswerQuote: "The Jack Russell Terrier was developed in 19th century England by a clergyman named Jack Russell." read more
Any one here have a Jack Russel Terrier? 2 AnswersVery good friends of ours own a JRT. He is 6'5" tall and it is funny to see him go for a jog with the dog, but they totally mesh. read more -
JaMarcus Russell Vital Stats
- ESPN.com: College Stats
- Height: 6'6"
- Weight: 260 lbs
JaMarcus Russell Timeline
- August 9, 1985: Born
- 2003: Becomes all-time passing leader in Alabama high school history
- 2005: Named starting quarterback at LSU
- 2006: Leads LSU over Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl
- ESPN.com: College Stats




