J. R. Russell
Template:Short description Template:Use mdy dates Template:Short description Script error: No such module "Infobox".Template:Template otherExpression error: Unexpected < operator.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". J. R. Russell (born December 5, 1981) is an American former professional football wide receiver. He was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL draft. He played College football at the University of Louisville.
College career
During Russell's four years at the University of Louisville, he played in 50 games where he caught 186 passes for 2,619 receiving yards and 19 touchdowns. His best season was in 2003, where he played in 13 games, catching 75 passes for 1,213 yards and 8 touchdowns.[1]
College statistics
| Season | GP | Receiving | Rushing | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rec | Yds | Avg | TD | Att | Yds | Avg | TD | ||
| 2001 | 12 | 14 | 151 | 10.8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | 13 | 24 | 287 | 12.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | 13 | 75 | 1,213 | 16.2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 12 | 73 | 968 | 13.3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 50 | 186 | 2,619 | 14.1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Professional career
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Russell was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the seventh round with the 253rd pick in the 2005 NFL draft.[2]
Russell made the Buccaneers opening day roster, but never played in a game. He was released on November 19, 2005, and was re-signed to the Bucs' practice squad the next day.[3]
Russell was released on August 29, 2006, after Training Camp.[4]
Orlando Predators
Russell signed with the Orlando Predators on April 12, 2007.[3]
Personal life
Currently resides in Tampa with his 3 children and wife Theresa.
Russell goes by the nickname "Sneed." He was given this nickname by a family friend when he was younger.
References
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External links
- Buccaneers player page
- NFL player page
- Career statistics from CBS Sports
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- 1981 births
- Living people
- Gaither High School alumni
- Players of American football from Tampa, Florida
- American football wide receivers
- Louisville Cardinals football players
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers players
- Orlando Predators players
- 21st-century American sportsmen