Austin has never backed down from a challenge. Recruited out of Northern Valley Demarest, he walked on at Rutgers University and spent five years as a Division I quarterback—earning both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in global sports business while gaining a reputation for one of the highest football IQs in the program. A natural leader and mentor, Austin became a trusted guide for young quarterbacks, helping shape the next wave of talent with poise and precision.

After college, Austin took his game international, leading a professional team in Rome, Italy, to a winning season as both quarterback, coach and league MVP. Now, driven by the same passion and discipline that defined his career, he’s training to represent Italy on the global stage as part of the national flag football team and compete at the 2028 Olympic Trials. Austin now plans to pass on his knowledge through coaching and mentorship, helping the next generation of athletes master both the mental and physical aspects of the game.