 He was replaced in the starting lineupe with Jonathan Hayes.In 1989, he was a backup behind Hayes, making 8 receptions for 55 yards and one touchdown.In 1990, he started 13 games, posting 11 receptions for 119 yards

On March 18, 1991, he was signed in Plan B free agency by the Dallas Cowboys, reuniting with his former University of Miami head coach Jimmy Johnson.