JaMarcus Russell says he will "play for free" if a team gives him another chance.

Russell, the No. 1 overall pick in 2007, hasn't played in the NFL since 2009.

"God makes things happen for a reason," Russell said in a video for Sports Illustrated. "Who's to say? You might see me back. You never know, man. You never know. ... Whatever it is -- I can be a water boy and work my way into a scout team. It doesn't matter. I'll go play for free."

Russell reportedly sent letters to NFL teams last season asking for another chance.

He has tried to mount a comeback before. In 2013, he worked out for the Chicago Bears. Russell had lost nearly 50 pounds.