JaMarcus Russell

JaMarcus Trenell Russell (born August 9, 1985) is a former American football quarterback. He played college football at LSU, where he finished 21–4 as a starter and was named MVP of the 2007 Sugar Bowl. The Oakland Raiders then selected Russell with the first overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft. Russell held out until the Raiders signed him to a contract worth $61 million, with $32.5 million guaranteed.

Russell played three seasons with the Raiders, compiling a 7–18 record as a starter, and threw just 18 touchdowns compared to his 38 turnovers. Due to his inconsistent play, the Raiders released him in May 2010. He is often ranked as one of the biggest busts in NFL history.