Was promoted from the practice squad for two months during 2007 and saw time in four games primarily on special teams. Was on the Bucs' practice squad during 2006 having played in 22 games across six seasons in the NFL as a long-snapper and three starts at TE for Carolina and Cleveland. Was originally the Panthers' 6th round draft pick in 2002 and also saw time with the Dolphins. Was not offered a contract after the 2007 season and left the NFL for good.