Cam Russell is a 6'3", 210-pound wide receiver from Milwaukee, Wisconsin who attended Marquette University High School. Russell compiled 52 receptions for 747 yards and nine touchdowns across his high school career and was named All-Greater Metro Conference First Team. He was selected captain of the football team during his senior year before committing to Northwestern over Wisconsin. Russell redshirted during the 2024 season without seeing game action. In 2025, he appeared in two games, making his collegiate debut against Tulane on August 30.