Rodney Austin


Rodney Austin is an American football offensive lineman who is currently a free agent. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Detroit Lions after the 2012 NFL Draft. He played college football at Elon University.

College career

He played college football at Elon University.

Professional career

He was signed by the Lions as an undrafted free agent in 2012. He was released on August 31, 2012 when the Lions established their final 53 roster but was signed to their practice squad the next day after he cleared waivers.
On April 21, 2015, Austin was released by the Detroit Lions following his arrest on April 17.
on March 28, 2018, he was assigned to the Baltimore Brigade. On March 15, 2019, he was again assigned to the Brigade.

Personal life

Austin was arrested on April 17, 2015, after being charged with assault against a female, assault on a child under 12, misdemeanor larceny and interference with emergency communication in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.