Tavon Austin Retires: Former Rams Receiver Ends NFL Career

Career Stats and Highlights of Tavon Austin

Tavom Austin, former Los Angeles Rams wide receiver, announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after a seven-year career. Drafted 8th overall by the Rams in the 2013 NFL Draft, Austin spent six seasons with the franchise before finishing his career with the Green Bay Packers in 2019.

Austin's NFL career included 238 receptions for 2,434 yards and 15 touchdowns. He also rushed for 992 yards and 8 touchdowns on 143 carries. Austin's most memorable performance came in Week 5 of the 2015 season when he scored three touchdowns of 98, 57, and 81 yards in a span of 11 minutes to help the Rams defeat the Washington Redskins 31-24.

Here are some of Austin's career highlights:

• Pro Bowl selection (2015)
• Second-team All-Pro selection (2015)
• Led the NFL in punt return yards (2013)
• Set the Rams franchise record for most career punt return touchdowns (5)

Austin's Impact on the Rams

Austin was a dynamic playmaker who made a significant impact on the Rams offense during his time with the team. His ability to make plays in both the passing and running game made him a valuable asset to the Rams, and he was a key contributor to the team's success during the 2015 season.

Austin's retirement is a loss for the NFL, and he will be remembered as one of the most exciting players to watch during his time in the league.