| Brian
Russell
Scout.com Headlines: |
New Jaguar Scouting Report- Brian Russell 
The Jaguars made some more moves as they signed safety Brian Russell. Find out about the latest Jag
-by JagNation.com
Sep 9, 2009 |
S Brian Russell: SEA Cuts Safety; Signs Another One
-by ScoutNFLNetwork.com
Sep 5, 2009 |
News & Notes: Secondary Concerns
The Seahawks have nowhere to go but up when it comes to pass defense.
-by FalconInsider.com
May 29, 2009 |
Behind Enemy Lines: 49ers/Seahawks, Part IV
Doug Farrar and Craig Massei finish off their four-part game preview.
-by FalconInsider.com
Sep 13, 2008 |
Grandmaster Adams Could Intrigue at Safety
Undrafted Michigan leader might be a steal for the Seahawks.
-by FalconInsider.com
Apr 30, 2008 |
Senior Bowl: Seahawks Talk To Another DB
The Seahawks have shown interest in at least three defensive backs this week.
-by FalconInsider.com
Jan 26, 2008 |
He Wants the Ball, But Can He Win?
Hasselbeck humorously recalls guarantee, but the real win at Lambeau still eludes him.
-by FalconInsider.com
Jan 7, 2008 |
Brian Russell Ready for Challenge of Ex-Team
Former Browns safety will help Seattle take on a dangerous trio of receivers.
-by FalconInsider.com
Nov 2, 2007 |
The Ties that Bind the Browns and Seahawks
Mike Holmgren's mid-week presser covered several subjects.
-by FalconInsider.com
Oct 31, 2007 |
"The Biggest Game is Here in Cleveland"
Romeo Crennel covers all the bases in a wide-ranging press conference.
-by FalconInsider.com
Oct 31, 2007 |
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02/05/1978 |
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| 2005 Scout.com NFL Free Agency
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Pos Rank: #17 |
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| Biography: |
| Brian Russell RFA Vikings – He signed as an undrafted free agent prior to the 2001 season and spent that year on the practice squad. He won a job as a backup the follow year and Russell also played on special teams. Russell won the starting free safety job prior to the start of the 2003 season and has been in that role ever since. Russell plays a smart game and is instinctive but lacks good range and cover skills and he’s susceptible to the big play. He’s also not aggressive enough against the run.
If Brian Russell’s story seems similar to Robert Griffith’s bio, that’s because it is. At least until the part where Griffith becomes a Pro Bowl player. Both went to San Diego State, and the two worked out together before Russell ever became a Viking. Like Griffith, Russell came to the Vikings as an undrafted rookie free agent. Eventually, he got the chance to start in 2002, but Russell couldn’t hold that position.
2002: Started two games at strong safety and played in all 16 during his first season on the active roster. Finished with 16 tackles on defense and 15 on special teams.
2001: Spent the entire season on the practice squad.
College: Made the switch from quarterback to safety during his junior season at San Diego State. Played 11 games at free safety his senior year, registering 68 tackles, fourth on the team.
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