think I am guilty of fishing below crappie as well often. usually go down to bottom and stay there but need to bring jig up in column to see where they actually are. good day for sure tho when your ketchn so many just ok fish to suddenly get a monster on the line it is surprising and your not always thinking crappie but drum or kitty kat. oh well, quick release is what I always say! Was going to put er back anyway! LOL