Austin grew up in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He initially attended Western High School in Davie, Florida before transferring to North Broward Preparatory School after his freshman year.[1] Austin caught 41 passes for 1,021 yards and 13 touchdowns and had 454 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 46 carries in his junior season.[2] He had 35 receptions for 761 yards and 11 touchdowns as a senior.[3] Austin was rated a four-star recruit and committed to play college football at Notre Dame over offers from Clemson, Michigan, Ohio State, and Florida.[4]
Austin played in 11 games as a freshman and caught 90 yards.[5] He was suspended for his entire sophomore season for undisclosed reasons.[6] Austin missed most of his junior season after suffering a fractured foot in preseason training camp and reinjuring it in practice two games into his return. He had one reception for 18 yards in a limited window of good health.[7] As a senior, he had his first full season as a starter. He caught 48 passes for 888 yards and 7 touchdowns. He would declare for the 2022 NFL draft after the loss in the 2022 Fiesta Bowl against Oklahoma State.[8]
Austin was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars after going undrafted in the 2022 NFL draft.[11] He was waived on August 30 and signed to the practice squad the next day.[12][13] He signed a reserve/future contract on January 23, 2023.[14] On August 19, 2023, Austin caught his first professional pass against the Lions in the Jaguars second preseason game.[15] He was waived on August 29.[16]
Birmingham Stallions
On January 19, 2024, Austin signed with the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League (UFL).[17] His contract with the Stallions was terminated on July 21, 2024, to sign with an NFL team.[18]
New Orleans Saints
Austin signed a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints on July 22, 2024.[19] He was released by the Saints during roster cuts on August 27, 2024 and signed with the practice squad the next day. [20][21] On December 7, Austin was promoted to the active roster.[22]
