The physicality of the pro game wore on LeVias, who famously remarked, "As the season progresses I get lighter, faster and more afraid." Well versed in avoiding the measuring tape as well as bigger defensive players, one scout claimed to have measured LeVias at 5'8", 163. The pro game eventually became unappealing to LeVias, who already prepared for life after football, working for the Conoco oil company and having a partnership in a Houston men's clothing store even while playing.
As the professional season wore on, LeVias commented, "The more I play, the lighter I become, faster, and more anxious." A scout who knew LeVias claimed he was only 5'8" and 163 lbs. Eventually, the pro game lost its appeal to LeVias, who had already started planning for a life after football, working for Conoco oil company and owning a partnership in a Houston men's clothing store.