Throughout NFL history, there have been massive busts at the first overall pick. The team formerly known as the Oakland Raiders have one of the most famous in NFL history. Quarterback JaMarcus Russell was a highly touted prospect out of LSU. After three years in the league, his poor play caused the team to move on from him. He is widely regarded as one of the biggest busts ever. Russell has found himself in more hot water as he is facing a lawsuit over stealing money from a high school football program.
Former Raiders Pick JaMarcus Russell Facing Lawsuit
JaMarcus Russell was a volunteer assistant coach at his alma mater, Williamson High School in Mobile, Alabama. Reports indicate the former Raiders pick stole a $74,000 check that was meant for the football program. A local business owner wrote the check when Russell approached him about a donation for a new weight room. The school says they never received the check, and the volunteer coach used it for himself. The school district is banning him from school grounds.
“Earlier this week, it was reiterated to Mr. Russell that he is not permitted to be around the football program or on school campus.”
It is unclear at this time what will happen with the former Raiders pick. As of this point, he has simply been banned from participating in any activity involving his alma mater. Navigator Credit Union is the one filing the lawsuit suing JaMarcus Russell for the $55,000 he received on the day he deposited the check. Russell’s attorney, Donald Briskman, was reached out to for a comment, but he declined as he could not comment on an ongoing case.
Russell’s Career
JaMarcus Russell started 25 games for the Raiders over three seasons. He didn’t win double-digit games. His stats were even more abysmal. His completion rate was 52.1% completion rate and he only had 18 touchdowns versus 23 interceptions. It set the franchise back years as they were hoping Russell would be the long-term answer at quarterback.
Russell seems to be good at making news headlines you don’t want to be in. After being one of the biggest busts in NFL history, he now finds himself getting into more trouble. It will be interesting to see where the former Raiders pick ends up next after this lawsuit finishes.
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