Germane Crowell

In 1998, Crowell was selected by the Detroit Lions in the second round, 50th overall.[4] In March 2002, the Lions re-signed Crowell to a 3-year, $7.5 million dollar contract with a $1 million signing bonus.[5] In February 2003, the Lions released Crowell prior to a roster bonus which was due in March, however did not ruling out re-signing him at a later date.[6] His once promising Lions career ended following a wide assortment of injuries, leading him to play a full 16 games just once in his career, missing a total of 26 games over his five seasons in Detroit. He finished his Lions career having played in 54 games with 33 starts. He caught 184 passes for 2,722 yards and 16 touchdowns.[7]

Following his release by the Lions in February 2003, Crowell had visits with the Miami Dolphins, as well as rumored interest by the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings, however he did not sign with any team for the 2003 season.[8]

In February 2004, Crowell signed a one-year contract with the Saints, where he was expected to battle for the third or fourth receiver position.[9] Unfortunately, an injury to his right knee led to his being placed on the waived-injured list in August, thus effectively ending his pro career.