In 2000, he underwent off-season surgery on both of his big toes, with the rehabilitation process extending into training camp. He also was limited with a groin injury. He set the team record with 51 kickoff returns in a single-season and his 1,099 kickoff return yards ranked second All-time. As a wide receiver he took a step back, posting 13 receptions for 126 yards and no touchdowns. On August 28, 2001, he was released to make room for wide receiver Darrin Chiaverini.