JaMarcus Russell
American football quarterback
Born
August 9th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college football at Louisiana State University, leading the team to a national championship in 2007. Selected as the first overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. Played for the Raiders from 2007 to 2009, recording 4,083 passing yards and 18 touchdowns during his career. Faced challenges with performance and off-field issues, leading to a release from the team and subsequent retirement.
Winning the BCS National Championship in 2007
Being the first overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft
Playing for the Oakland Raiders
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