What happened to JaMarcus Russell? Where is JaMarcus Russell now?

With 2021 NFL Draft on everyone's mind, Trevor Lawrence has become talk of town on social media after QB became first overall pick by Jaguars on Thursday. While netizens have been discussing top NFL Draft picks of all time, JaMarcus Russell's name was also brought up as he became Oakland Raiders' first overall in  2007 NFL Draft. Here's a look back at how Russell went from being a top overall pick to an NFL bust in a matter of just three seasons. 

What happened to JaMarcus Russell?

JaMarcus Russell was tipped as one of most promising quarterbacks when he played at Louisiana State University. In 2006, Russell was starting quarterback at LSU, beating out Matt Flynn and highly-touted freshman Ryan Perrilloux. He h a productive 2006 regular season, leing Tigers to a 10–2 record and a BCS Sugar Bowl berth.

Russell threw for 3,129 yards, 28 touchdowns and eight interceptions and was second in SEC with 2,923 yards from scrimm. Russell also won SEC Offensive Player of Week award three times during regular season. following year, he was first overall pick by Oakland Raiders in  2007 NFL Draft.

After being drafted by Oakland, Russell immediately incited conflict by engaging in a contract holdout until second week of  2007 season. He finally signed a six-year contract worth up to $68 million, with $31.5 million guaranteed. However, Russell's tenure with Raiders would be defined by inconsistent play and questions over his work ethic, leing to his release in 2010. 

Where is JaMarcus Russell w? 

Following his release from Oakland, Russell garnered interest from Saints, Bears and Washington Football Team but was t signed. It was reported that teams were concerned about his work ethic. In April 2016, Russell told Sports Illustrated that he h written letters to all 32 NFL teams asking for a tryout and pledging to play one year for free, although team responded to letters. Since 2018, Russell has spent last few years as quarterback's coach at Williamson High School, his alma mater in Alabama.

JaMarcus Russell NFL career 

Russell played a total of only 31 games in NFL, starting 25 times. However, he was turver prone, throwing 23 interceptions and fumbling 25 times. writing was on wall for Russell when Raiders tred for Jason Campbell before 2010 season. Russell finished with a career passer rating of 65.2. 

JaMarcus Russell net worth details

According to reports from Celebrity Net Worth, JaMarcus Russell is still worth a whopping $4 million. Although his career in NFL wound up being very short-lived, Russell earned a total of $40 million from salary and endorsements.

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Im Credits - AP