Back in 2007, the Oakland Raiders picked JaMarcus Russell as the Number One Overall Pick and, at the time, he seemed like a good pick. Of course many picks that seem good (Alex Smith) turn out to be busts in the long run. Russell has officially been labeled a bust. Today the Oakland Raiders and Al Davis have come to their senses and released JaMarcus Russell. The Raiders spent a lot of money on this guy and haven't gotten any positive results. In 2009, Russell threw only a 48.8 completion percentage, only 3 TDs and 11 Ints. Russell had a 50 QB rating.
Of course the sports world will label him a bust but he is the worst ever? Ryan Leaf may be Russell's competition for that title. But Russell may not be done yet. Some team may look at Russell and give him a shot. NOT AS A STARTER!!! But more like a backup or 3rd string QB. If Russell is to redeem his good name, he will have to convince a team that he will be willing to change and put in the extra effort.
As for the Raiders, they do have Jason Campbell now through a trade and they will have the 2010 season to see if he can lead a team to the playoffs. If so, they may want to start building around him next year. But for now, he will have to do.
P.S. I have a quick message to Jason Campbell: GET OUT OF OAKLAND!!!
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