[1] He also played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, and Detroit Lions.
The Buccaneers, trailing 11–6, called a quick timeout, and the reception would have given Tampa Bay a realistic chance to continue a potential game-winning drive.
Despite the fact that Emanuel apparently controlled the ball at every point during the catch, booth replay official Jerry Markbreit ordered a review of the call.
Referee Bill Carollo determined that the nose of the ball had touched the ground as he brought it into his body.
[4][5] The ensuing controversy prompted the NFL to clarify the rule regarding what constitutes a valid pass reception.