TAVON AUSTIN NEWS

Fills in for Chark Thursday Austin caught one of three targets for eight yards during Sunday's 24-21 loss at Cincinnati.

Impact Austin was activated from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game and wasn't expected have a significant role in his season debut, but he ended up playing 41 of 56 offensive snaps -- which ranked third among Jacksonville's wideouts -- after DJ Chark went down with a broken ankle early in the first quarter. The 31-year-old tied with Marvin Jones for second on the team in targets, all three of which came in the short passing game. Austin appears set to work as the Jaguars' No. 3 wideout behind Jones and Laviska Shenault, but the veteran journeyman is unlikely to have a significant role in the passing game week-to-week.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Week 4 roster The Jaguars activated Austin (quadriceps) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game against the Bengals, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Impact After missing Jacksonville's first three games while residing on IR, Austin returned to practice Monday, and the team apparently saw enough from him in their three sessions this week to deem him ready for game action. Though he's now a member of the 53-man roster, Austin won't necessarily be one of the team's 46 active players Thursday. He's likely behind all of DJ Chark, Marvin Jones, Laviska Shenault and Tyron Johnson on the depth chart at receiver, and Jamal Agnew is probably secure as Jacksonville's return specialist after he brought back a kickoff 102 yards for a touchdown Week 2 and a missed field goal for a 109-yard score Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Roster Moves: Wright elevated to active/inactive list, Austin activated  The Jacksonville Jaguars have elevated Kicker Matthew Wright to the active/inactive list, and activated wide receiver Tavon Austin from the...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • JAGUARS.COM

Designated to return from IR Austin (quad) has been designated to return from IR by the Jaguars.

Impact With that, the Jaguars now have a three-week window during which Austin can be added to their active roster. If not, he'll remain on IR. In the meantime, Austin can practice, and assuming he does find his way back into the mix, the 31-year-old will provide the team with WR/return depth.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Talkin' Cowboys: Will Dallas Utilize Tavon Austin? The Talkin' Cowboys crew discuss Tavon Austin's role on the offense and all the biggest headlines from the first week of #CowboysCamp.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Throwback Thursday: Tavon Austin torches Colts for 314 yards in historic performance Tavon Austin broke out in a big way as a rookie back in 2013 when he had 314 all-purpose yards against the Colts.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Jags WR Tavon Austin placed on injured reserve Tavon Austin’s regular season debut with the Jags will have to wait as he was placed on IR Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Shifts to injured reserve Austin (quadriceps) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Mark Long of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Coach Urban Meyer said earlier this week that Austin would be ready for the season opener, but the wideout instead landed on the injured list a couple days later. The 31-year-old will be eligible to return for Week 4, though it's unclear if he's expected to be healthy by that point. Tyron Johnson, who was claimed off waivers Wednesday, and Jamal Agnew will serve as Jacksonville's depth options at wide receiver.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars place WR Tavon Austin on short-term injured reserve

The Jacksonville Jaguars placed receiver Tavon Austin on injured reserve Thursday, two days after coach Urban Meyer said he was good to go for the season opener

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roster Moves: Jaguars sign 2, place WR Tavon Austin on IR The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed QB Kyle Lauletta and TE Matt Sokol to the practice squad and placed WR Tavon Austin on injured reserve.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • JAGUARS.COM

Expected to play Week 1 Coach Urban Meyer said Tuesday that Austin (quad) should be good to go for the Sept. 12 season opener, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Austin injured his quadriceps during Friday's practice, but it does not appear to be too serious. The Jaguars only kept five wideouts on their initial 53-man roster, so it is likely that Austin will play a prominent role in the offense. The 31-year-old speedster spent time with the 49ers and Packers last season, and only appeared in four games, catching five passes for 20 yards.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injures quad Friday Austin suffered a quadriceps strain at Friday's practice and is day-to-day, Jamal St. Cyrof News4JAX reports.

Impact Austin will likely miss Sunday's preseason finale against the Cowboys due to his injury, but a day-to-day timetable means he could be healthy in time for the regular-season opener against Houston on Sept. 12. With rookie first-round pick Travis Etienne (foot) done for the season, there could be more opportunities for Austin to earn offensive touches.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars WR Chark sidelined with broken finger on right hand

DJ Chark’s contract season is off to a shaky start

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Career resurgence? Jags hoping for help from 1st-round flops

The Jacksonville Jaguars seemingly have the NFL market cornered on first-round flops

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minshew just wants chance to compete for Jags' starting job

Gardner Minshew just wants a chance to compete for Jacksonville's starting quarterback job

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signing with Jags Austin is signing with the Jaguars, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact The Jags are dealing with some WR injuries, but it's nonetheless an unusual fit for Austin, as the team already has a pair of return specialists in Jamal Agnew and Pharoh Cooper. The 31-year-old Austin will face long odds to make the Week 1 roster.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Packers need help at cornerback going into free agency

The Green Bay Packers need more cornerbacks to complement Pro Bowl selection Jaire Alexander as they attempt to reach the Super Bowl after losing in the NFC championship game each...

MARCH 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays bit role in 2020 Austin recorded five receptions for 20 yards and returned three punts for 14 yards over four games with the Packers in 2020.

Impact Austin spent the early portion of the season with the 49ers and didn't join Green Bay until late November, leaving him with limited time to establish a consistent role in the Packers offense. The eight-year veteran will hit free agency this spring and should get a look with a team, but it's unclear if the Packers plan to re-sign him.

FEBRUARY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pettine, Mennenga won't be back after Packers' playoff loss

Green Bay defensive coordinator Mike Pettine won’t return to the team and special teams coordinator Shawn Mennenga was fired after the Packers’ second straight NFC championship gam...

JANUARY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Loses fumble in finale Austin caught one pass for seven yards and lost a fumble while returning a punt in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

Impact Austin's most notable impact on Sunday's game was a negative play, as his first-quarter fumble gave the Bears the ball on the Packers' 20-yard line. Despite the mishap, Austin figures to continue serving as both the Packers' punt returner and a gadget player on offense unless Tyler Ervin (foot) returns to action.

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

AP Sportlight

Sportlight for Jan. 4, 2021

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

Sportlight for week:  Jan. 2-8, 2 Takes

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Snap count increases Austin caught both his targets for five yards in Sunday's victory over the Titans.

Impact Austin did not do much of note in Sunday's contest, but he did receive 17 snaps after playing just four snaps in each of his first two appearances with the Packers. Austin does not figure to play much more than he did Sunday, but he should continue getting a few snaps per week to give opposing defenses one more thing to think about.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not targeted in Week 15 Austin was not targeted in Saturday's victory over the Panthers.

Impact Austin caught a couple passes in his Packers debut in Week 14, but he did not touch the ball on offense and was limited to punt-return duties in Saturday's contest. It's unlikely Austin's role will change much in Week 16, as the Packers will presumably rely on their longer-tenured players as they attempt to lock up the top seed in the NFC.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Hackett says Tavon Austin brings juice and energy to the team Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett talks about the addition of WR Tavon Austin, quarterback rhythm and third-down improvements.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • PACKERS.COM