History of Tavon Austin in Timeline

Tavon Austin is a former American professional football wide receiver known for his college career with the West Virginia Mountaineers, where he earned first-team All-American honors twice. He was drafted into the NFL by the St. Louis Rams in the first round of the 2013 NFL draft. Austin's career highlights his success as a wide receiver both in college and professionally.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 15, 1990: Tavon Austin Born

On March 15, 1990, Tavon Austin was born.

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2009: College Football Career Begins

In 2009, Tavon Austin began his college football career at West Virginia University, transitioning to wide receiver and contributing with receptions, rushing yards, and a kick return touchdown.

2009: Track and Field Career Best

In 2009, Tavon Austin ran a career-best time of 11.47 seconds in the 100 meters and was a member of the Dunbar 400m relay squad.

2010: Sophomore Season at WVU

In 2010, as a sophomore, Austin had 58 receptions for 787 yards and eight touchdowns, along with 15 rushing attempts for 159 yards and one touchdown.

2011: Named All-American by CBS Sports

In 2011, Tavon Austin was named a first team All-American by CBS Sports.

2012: Orange Bowl Record

During the 2012 Orange Bowl, Austin set an Orange Bowl record with four touchdown receptions.

2012: Last Season with West Virginia Mountaineers

In 2012, Austin concluded his football career with the West Virginia Mountaineers.

2012: All-Purpose Performer of the Year

In 2012, Austin was named the All-Purpose Performer of the Year by the College Football Performance Awards association.

June 13, 2013: Signed Rookie Contract

On June 13, 2013, Austin signed a four-year, $12.751 million rookie contract with the St. Louis Rams.

2013: Drafted by the St. Louis Rams

In 2013, Tavon Austin was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the first round (8th overall) of the NFL draft.

2014: Earned NFC Special Teams Player of the Week

In 2014, Austin earned NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for a game against Washington where he had a 78-yard punt return for a touchdown.

2014: Named Pro Bowl Alternate

In 2014, Austin was named a Pro Bowl alternate as a returner.

2015: Career Highs in 2015

In 2015, Austin posted career highs in receptions (52), receiving yards (473), and receiving touchdowns (five).

May 12, 2016: Fifth-Year Option Picked Up

On May 12, 2016, the Los Angeles Rams picked up Austin's fifth-year option.

August 27, 2016: Signed Contract Extension

On August 27, 2016, Austin agreed to a four-year, $42 million contract extension with the Rams.

2017: Decline in Production

In 2017, Austin experienced a dramatic drop in production, including numerous statistical career lows.

March 15, 2018: Restructured Contract

On March 15, 2018, Austin agreed to a restructured contract with the Rams.

April 28, 2018: Traded to the Dallas Cowboys

On April 28, 2018, Austin was traded to the Dallas Cowboys.

March 14, 2019: Re-signed with the Cowboys

On March 14, 2019, Austin re-signed with the Dallas Cowboys.

August 15, 2020: Signed with the 49ers

On August 15, 2020, Austin signed with the San Francisco 49ers.

September 3, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 3, 2020, Austin was placed on injured reserve.

December 1, 2020: Signed with the Packers

On December 1, 2020, Austin signed with the Green Bay Packers, reuniting with coach Matt LaFleur.

August 6, 2021: Signed with the Jaguars

On August 6, 2021, Austin signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

September 2, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 2, 2021, Austin was placed on injured reserve by the Jaguars.

June 2, 2022: Signed with the Bills

On June 2, 2022, Austin signed with the Buffalo Bills.

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