A standout in high school, Criswell was recruited to play collegiate football by several universities.
The Jayhawks did not produce any strong teams during his time with them, but Criswell was noticed due to his passionate style of play.
[1] Criswell, who sported a Mohawk hairstyle during training camp,[2] was waived by the Bengals before the start of 1980 football season but then signed by Green Bay.
[8] On June 2, 1982, Criswell was found guilty by a federal jury of possessing marijuana and conspiring to manufacture and distribute methamphetamine.
[10] After his sentencing, Criswell said a recently published Sports Illustrated article on Don Reese may have hurt his cause.