He tied the NCAA Division I record with 2 punt returns for touchdowns in a single-game and also set the school punt return yardage record (143 yards) against Southeast Missouri State University on October 19, 1985.
Spivey was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Dallas Cowboys after the 1987 NFL draft.
In September, he was re-signed to be a part of the Dallas replacement team that was given the mock name "Rhinestone Cowboys" by the media.
[6] Although he was named a starter at wide receiver opposite of Cornell Burbage in the first game against the New York Jets, he was passed on the depth chart, after Kelvin Edwards posted 2 receptions for 68 yards and 2 touchdowns.
[7] Spivey suffered a rib injury against the Philadelphia Eagles, while making a contested catch late in the second quarter.