Darrell Russell

American football defensive tackle

Darrell Russell - American football defensive tackle
Born

1976
49 years ago

Died

December 15th, 2005
19 years ago — 29 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional American football as a defensive tackle. Played college football at the University of Southern California. Selected second overall in the 1997 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. Established a reputation for his athleticism and strength on the field. Concluded an impactful career with stops at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before encountering personal challenges that affected professional life.

Selected second overall in the 1997 NFL Draft

Played for the Oakland Raiders

Played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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