We already gave you JaMarcus Russell’s career numbers but even more impressive was how much money he was paid for such little production.
Raiders Paid Over $5 Million Per Win For JaMarcus Russell
All in all, the Raiders will end up paying him $39 million for three years of service.
Andrew Brandt of National Football Post has a great behind-the-scenes look at Russell’s contract. Here’s the breakdown of money paid per year:
- 2007: $3 million
- 2008: $20 million
- 2009: $13 million
- 2010: $3 million (guaranteed)
That equates to over $5 million per game Russell won as a starter (7).
Money well spent, huh?
Now let’s compare that to the average person. Let’s say you’re making $50,000 per year at your job. How long did it take Russell to earn that?
- .12 games
- .07 touchdowns
- 15.85 yard passing
- 1.37 completions
Only in Oakland.
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