Lafayette H. "Reb" Russell (born May 31, 1905 – March 16, 1978) was an American football back and later an actor.

He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles, appearing in 10 games in 1933.

He played college football at Nebraska before transferring to Northwestern.

As a small-time actor following his playing days, he appeared in a series of low-budget Westerns.

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