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The JaMarcus Russell lottery ticket

By Ken Daube
Special to ESPN.com

Thursday, August 27, 2009

What is JaMarcus Russell's upside? Things probably aren't going exactly as planned if you are considering taking QB JaMarcus Russell on draft day, but could that just be a blessing in disguise? Taking Russell will cost you a 16th-round selection, but considering that most players taken there are either kickers or lottery tickets, let's focus on all the things that could go right when it comes to a potential jackpot if you draft him. Let's start with the impact RB Darren McFadden could have ...

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