The Time Is Now For Raiders’ QB JaMarcus Russell to Step Into the Spotlight

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Published: August 1, 2009

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... starting quarterback to take the leadership role bestowed upon the position.

After being drafted No. 1 overall by the Oakland Raiders in the 2007 draft, JaMarcus Russell has been under a microscope.

There are those that question if he is worth the amount paid to him after a protracted holdout, lasting well into the 2007 season (a six-year contract worth up to $68 million, with $31.5 million guaranteed).

 

Others query whether the success he had in college, which ended with Sugar Bowl MVP honors, can translate to the NFL. Some are waiting in the wings with the 'bust' stamp in hand. 

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The Time Is Now For Raiders’ QB JaMarcus Russell to Step Into the Spotlight

By
for NFLSportChannel.com

Published: August 1, 2009

commentComment        

... starting quarterback to take the leadership role bestowed upon the position.

After being drafted No. 1 overall by the Oakland Raiders in the 2007 draft, JaMarcus Russell has been under a microscope.

There are those that question if he is worth the amount paid to him after a protracted holdout, lasting well into the 2007 season (a six-year contract worth up to $68 million, with $31.5 million guaranteed).

 

Others query whether the success he had in college, which ended with Sugar Bowl MVP honors, can translate to the NFL. Some are waiting in the wings with the 'bust' stamp in hand. 

 <...

Read Complete Article at Bleacher Report - NFL
Article Source: BleacherReport.com


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