Raiders considering starting rookie Russell Raiders coach Lane Kiffin left open the possibility Wednesday of JaMarcus Russell starting at Jacksonville in Week 16.
"I expect JaMarcus and Josh (McCown) to play, to what extent exactly, I don't know that yet," Kiffin said initially. But when asked if Russell could start, he nodded "Uh huh." Russell would be starting against a fierce Jags' pass rush, but the Raiders may as well get him substantial playing time now. Even if he doesn't start, expect Russell to play a lot more than he has all season. Dec. 19 - 5:55 pm et
Source: Oakland Tribune