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JaMarcus Russell played college football at LSU, where he finished 21–4 as a starter and was named MVP of the 2007 Sugar Bowl. The Oakland Raiders selected Russell with the first overall pick of the 2007 NFL Draft. Russell held out until the Raiders signed him to a contract worth $61 million with $32 million guaranteed. Russell played three seasons with the Raiders, compiling a 7–18 record as a starter. Due to his inconsistent play, the Raiders released him on May 6, 2010. He is often ranked as one of the biggest busts in NFL history.

Jamarcus Russell loses coaching job, accused of pocketing $74K donation

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

Here’s what you need to know about the verdict in the ‘NFL Sunday Ticket’ trial and what’s next

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

New York Jets wide receiver Randall Cobb readies for the team's NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sept. 24, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. Cobb is thanking Nashville firefighters for saving his family after a house fire. Cobb shared a statement and video on social media Wednesday, June 26, 2024, that his family is safe and healthy along with their dog. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)

Veteran NFL receiver Randall Cobb thanks firefighters for saving his family from house fire

Associated Press

Case documents are wheeled into federal court Monday, June 17, 2024, in Los Angeles. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, a longtime member of the league's broadcast committee, are expected to testify in a trial that could last up to three weeks. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

Jury begins deliberations in class-action lawsuit against NFL by ‘Sunday Ticket’ subscribers

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Jury rules NFL violated antitrust laws in ‘Sunday Ticket’ case, awards $4.7 billion in damages

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Former Dallas Cowboy and Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith speaks at Emmett J. Conrad High School in Dallas, Tuesday, June 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, Pool)

‘DEI is so vital,’ Emmitt Smith says after Reggie Jackson shares experiences with racism

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

Case documents are wheeled into federal court Monday, June 17, 2024, in Los Angeles. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, a longtime member of the league's broadcast committee, are expected to testify in a trial that could last up to three weeks. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

Closing arguments starting in class-action lawsuit against NFL by ‘Sunday Ticket’ subscribers

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) looking for open receiver at Commanders mini camp at the OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park in Ashburn, Virginia, June 13, 2024. (Photo by Jordan Sabillo for Washington Times)

LOVERRO: Daniels may be an ace, but Commanders don’t have a full house yet

By Thom Loverro

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (11) celebrates his touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 58 football game Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

‘Like a drug’: Sports dominate culture with surging attendance, TV ratings

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins speaks during a news conference after an NFL football practice Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in Flowery Branch, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons were stripped of a fifth-round pick in next year's draft on Thursday, June 13, for violating the NFL’s anti-tampering rules prior to signing quarterback Kirk Cousins.(AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)

Falcons forfeit fifth-round pick, fined for tampering with Cousins

By Rob Maaddi - Associated Press

Kicker Mark Jackson of Ireland runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Indianapolis. Ireland has become part of the NFL’s international playbook as Irish interest in the sport increases. Dublin is under review to potentially join the league’s growing list of international cities hosting a regular-season game. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Irish interest in NFL heats up while league scouts more international cities for games

By Ken Maguire - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs place kicker Harrison Butker (7) celebrates his field goal against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of the NFL AFC Championship playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Chargers mock Chiefs’ Harrison Butker over commencement speech at Catholic college

By Victor Morton - The Washington Times

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) gets tackled by Green Bay Packers linebacker Kingsley Enagbare (55) after passing the ball to Dolphins tight end Durham Smythe (81), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol) **FILE**

NFL’s Christmas Day games to stream on Netflix

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) is all smiles during rookie minicamp at the OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park in Ashburn, Virginia, May 11, 2024. (Photo by Brian Murphy for the Washington Times)

Commanders open season on road against Buccaneers, play two prime-time games

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

New York Giants first round draft pick Malik Nabers holds a jersey as he poses with head coach Brian Dabol, left, Giants' president John Mara, second from left, and general manager Joe Schoen, right, during an NFL football press conference, Friday, April 26, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

The Giants will be making their ‘Hard Knocks’ debut on a new series focusing on the offseason

Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. Netflix and the NFL announced a three-year deal Wednesday, May 15, 2024. to stream games on Christmas Day, which includes the Chiefs taking on Steelers on Dec. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Travis Heying, File)

Netflix will carry NFL games on Christmas Day

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Then-Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Las Vegas. Gruden lost a Nevada Supreme Court appeal on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in a contract interference and conspiracy lawsuit he filed against the league after he resigned from the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)

Former NFL coach Jon Gruden loses Nevada Supreme Court ruling in NFL emails lawsuit

By Ken Ritter - Associated Press

Los Angeles Chargers safety Raheem Layne (41), cornerback Cam Brown (38), cornerback Amechi Uzodinma (35) and cornerback Ja'Sir Taylor (36) sign autographs for fans during the NFL football team's training camp, Saturday, July 29, 2023, in Costa Mesa, Calif. For at least one year, Southern California will be a prime spot for NFL training camps. With the Costa Mesa City Council unanimously approving a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders, five teams, the Raiders, Chargers, Rams, Saints and Cowboys, will be holding their practices within a 105-mile radius in late July and early August. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)

Beach League: 5 NFL teams will hold training camp in Southern California this year

By Joe Reedy - Associated Press

Florida quarterback Micah Leon (12) call signals against McNeese State during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, in Gainesville, Fla. Micah Leon's journey to the NFL was far from normal. He was a walk-on quarterback at North Carolina State, UConn and Florida. His entire collegiate career spans seven years and includes two mop-up appearances. He completed 12 of 16 passes for 78 yards, barely enough to create a highlight reel. So getting a tryout with the Miami Dolphins during rookie minicamp this weekend was some feat.(AP Photo/John Raoux, File)

Micah Leon’s 7-year journey to the NFL included three walk-on stops

By Mark Long - Associated Press

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (3) attends an NFL practice session in London, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023 ahead the NFL game against Tennessee Titans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung) **FILE**

Miami Dolphins agree to sign Odell Beckham Jr. to a 1-year contract, AP source says

By Alanis Thames - Associated Press