JaMarcus Russell, Raiders – #1 in 2007
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Russell was one of the biggest quarterback busts both literally and figuratively. His weight problems always held him back and were his downfall. If you want some telling numbers, Russell had 18 touchdown passes, 23 interceptions, and 15 lost fumbles. That’s all you need to know about what a disappointment he was.
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Matt Ryan, Falcons – #3 in 2008
Other than not winning a Super Bowl, there is absolutely nothing wrong with the kind of career Matty Ice has had in the NFL. He may not be on the same level as Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers, but he’s not that far behind. Plus, he still has time to put that collapse against the Patriots a couple years ago behind him and win a Super Bowl.
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