JaMarcus Russell Reportedly In Washington To Work Out For Redskins

The former No. 1 overall pick hasn’t played in the NFL since 2009, when he completed 48.8 percent of his passes for 1,287 yards, three touchdowns and 11 interceptions over 12 games. In three seasons of action, Russell has played in just 31 games and compiled a 65.2 QB rating. He’s largely considered to be one of the biggest busts in NFL history.

In 2010, Russell was arrested in Mobile, Ala., and charged with felony possession of a controlled substance for drinking a beverage that contained codeine cough syrup, colloquially known as “purple drank.”

His agent says no decision has been made yet. We’ll see if the Redskins opt to go with Russell. As SB Nation DC notes, there are plenty of free agents that worked out for the Redskins on Tuesday so the workout shouldn’t necessarily be an indication that a signing is coming.

Check out SB Nation DC for more on the JaMarcus Russell workout.

Ever heard of him?

Russell’s name hasn’t been brought up at all since the season started. Just last week it was reported he wouldn’t be indicted for codeine possession so he’s in the clear on that front.

In news that should surprise absolutely no one, lawyer for JaMarcus Russell said Thursday he believes his client won’t be convicted after his arrest over the 4th of July holiday.

Authorities reportedly spent several months investigating the case so I would suspect their case is fairly strong against Russell. His lawyer also believes he was targeted (as most people who are allegedly committing illegal acts are...).

JaMarcus Russell was arrested on Monday for possession of a controlled substance. Specifically, he was in possession of codeine syrup without a prescription.

According to the Associated Press, the arrest was part of a two-month investigation.

JaMarcus Russell’s chances of playing in the NFL in 2010 are seemingly non-existent after being arrested for possession of a controlled substance. The only team that reportedly showed any interest was the Jets and it’s been confirmed they’re out of the running by now.

So what’s next for Russell?

The Jets had made an exploratory call to JaMarcus Russell’s agent last week to gauge how he’s doing and the possibility in bringing him into camp. Then JaMarcus got arrested for possession of codeine syrup. Funny how something like that will make you lose interest in offering to pay a guy to perform athletic feats for you.

If only we had heeded ESPN’s laughably late report on the scourge of purple drank, we would know what a real menace it is to the sporting world.

At the very least, JaMarcus Russell would know that the police are taking the matter seriously. Today, the former Raiders quarterback was arrested at his home in Mobile, Ala. for possession of codeine syrup, according to the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office.

The Jets did make an “exploratory call” about former Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell but, according to the NY Daily News, it’s highly unlikely he’s headed to New York.

The Jets still appear ready to sign Mark Brunell later this summer once they’re allowed to under the “Final Eight Plan”.

The Jets have their quarterback of the future but, according to ESPN’s Rich Cimini, they may be looking for a backup.

Per Cimini, the Jets have “inquired” about JaMarcus Russell.

A report emerged from Pro Football Talk that JaMarcus Russell had talked with the UFL’s Omaha Nighthawks about possibly joining the franchise.

Now, Pro Football talk reports that won’t be happening.

As recently as May 11, we’ve heard reports that teams have called about JaMarcus Russell. Well, either they’re not interested anymore or his agent planted those stories because a new report emerged Friday morning that JaMarcus Russell is talking to one team.

The Omaha Nighthawks, according to Pro Football Talk.

JaMarcus Russell couldn’t stay out of the news for too long. According to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports, the Raiders are filing a grievance against the former Oakland quarterback.

The issue, per Cole, is $9.55 million in pay that the Raiders claim Russell owes them. They claim Russell’s contract was changed sometime during his three-year stint with the club and that change now means he owes them money collected prior to his release in early May.

On Tuesday Bengals WR Chad Ochocinco took to Twitter and suggested the Bengals were bringing in free agent QB JaMarcus Russell.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Bengals have indeed called about Russell, as have other teams. However, there are no plans to bring him in right now.

We already gave you JaMarcus Russell’s career numbers but even more impressive was how much money he was paid for such little production.

All in all, the Raiders will end up paying him $39 million for three years of service.

The Raiders announced on Thursday what many have expected for some time -- Quarterback JaMarcus Russell has been released.

Russell was the Raider 2007 first round pick and immediately rivals Ryan Leaf in the argument for biggest draft bust of all time.

The Raiders traded for Jason Campbell over the weekend, signed him to an extension and then a report surfaced that JaMarcus Russell is now tipping the scales at 300 pounds. So, this bit of news is hardly surprising: Oakland is reportedly “preparing” to cut their plump passer, and the move may come as early as this week, according to ESPN’s John Clayton.

To remind, the Raiders currently have five quarterbacks on their roster -- Campbell, Kyle Boller, Charlie Frye, Bruce Gradkowski, and one rotund Russell -- the latter of which, if cut, would save the team over $6 million dollars.