Lavelle Hawkins
Lavelle Lamar Hawkins is an American former professional football who was a wide receiver in the National Football League. He was selected by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL draft. He played college football for the California Golden Bears.
Early life
He played high school football at Edison High School in Stockton, California. He originally committed to Louisiana State University. As a freshman in 2004, he transferred after one game to City College in San Francisco. As a sophomore, he transferred to the University of California, Berkeley.Professional career
Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Titans selected Hawkins with the 126th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL draft. He is notable for being the player the Titans selected with the pick they acquired in the Pacman Jones trade, as well as being the only wide receiver the Titans selected in the 2008 NFL Draft.During five seasons with the Titans, Hawkins caught 71 receptions for 771 yards. His most productive season was in 2011 when he played in all 16 games and caught 47 passes for 470 yards and one touchdown.
New England Patriots
Hawkins was signed by the New England Patriots to a 2-year deal on May 9, 2013.On July 31, 2013, Hawkins was released.