JaMarcus Russell has been charged with possession of a controlled substance after being arrested at his Alabama home on Monday. Read more on JaMarcus’ arrest below. JaMarcus Russell, 24, the number one draft pick in 2007, was arrested on Monday in Alabama as part of an undercover narcotics investigation.
JaMarcus was busted for having codeine syrup and reportedly did not have a prescription for the drug. JaMarcus had codeine cough syrup, which can be mixed with soda to make “purple drank”.
Russell was booked into an Alabama jail and released on $2,500 bond.
JaMarcus Russell reportedly eliminated himself from being considered by the Jets after his arrest.
Russell and his agent did not immediately return calls for comment.
