AUGUST 15, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
BLESS AUSTIN
Falcons Coach 'Excited' for CB Bless Austin Bless Austin signed with the Atlanta Falcons, a move that makes coach Arthur Smith happy.
Broncos cut cornerback Bless Austin The Broncos are parting ways with cornerback Bless Austin.
AUGUST 29, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Broncos Player Profile: Bless Austin #38 | CB What does the future hold for Bless Austin?
JULY 26, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM
Joins Broncos Austin agreed to a contract with the Broncos on Wednesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Impact Austin's addition to the Broncos secondary comes after a three-day audition during the team's recent minicamp. The Rutgers product appeared in 11 games for the Seahawks last season and recorded 10 tackles (eight solo). Austin will likely provide depth at corner for the Broncos in 2022.
APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Seahawks look to be on rebuild path after trade of Wilson
The Seattle Seahawks' offseason changed drastically after the trade of Russell WilsonMARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Clears COVID protocols Austin was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Impact Austin spent 10 days on the COVID list and has missed the Seahawks' last two games. Now healthy, Austin should be able to play in the season finale against the Cardinals and continue to provide depth in the secondary, while also contributing on special teams.
JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lockett on verge of career high after rough bout with COVID
Tyler Lockett probably only needs one or two catches Sunday to reach a new career-high for yards receiving in a single seasonDECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Placed on COVID-19 list Austin (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Impact Austin was previously questionable with a shoulder injury, but he will now miss Sunday against the Bears due to COVID. With D.J. Reed also on the COVID list and yet to clear protocols, the Seahawks' secondary will be ailing Sunday against the Bears. John Reid will likely see a significant uptick in snaps.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ravens without top 2 QBs after Huntley lands on COVID list
The Baltimore Ravens have put quarterback Tyler Huntley on the reserve/COVID-19 list, leaving them without their top two QBs for Sunday’s showdown at Cincinnati for first place in...DECEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Missed chances, mistakes costly for Seahawks in loss to Rams
The Seattle Seahawks were unable to take advantage of the depleted Los Angeles Rams in a 20-10 loss on Tuesday night, with several key mistakes at inopportune moments proving costl...DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Off injury report Austin (personal) wasn't listed on the Seahawks' injury report Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Impact Austin signed with the Seahawks in early September and missed his first game in Week 10 as he was dealing with a personal matter. The cornerback hasn't played any defensive snaps all season, but his next chance to return to the field will come in Week 11 against the Cardinals.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Austin won't play Sunday against the Packers due to a personal matter, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Impact Austin hasn't played any defensive snaps this season, but he'll be unable to suit up in Week 10. His next chance to play will be Nov. 21 against Arizona.
NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Revolving door at CB spins again as Seahawks waive Flowers
Cornerback Tre Flowers has been released by the Seattle Seahawks as they struggle to find the right combination at the positionOCTOBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' young cornerbacks to get first big test vs. Panthers
The New York Jets’ secondary is a primary concern because of its inexperience at cornerbackSEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' past clashes with future as QBs Darnold, Wilson meet
All eyes will be on the quarterbacks Sunday as New York’s past clashes with its future when former Jets signal-caller Sam Darnold faces his rookie replacement Zach Wilson in the se...SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Seahawks continue shuffle, place trio on injured reserve
The Seattle Seahawks have placed tight end Colby Parkinson, cornerback Tre Brown and cornerback Nigel Warrior on injured reserveSEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets' Crowder remains day to day with COVID-19 symptoms
New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder is recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 and his status for the opening game at Carolina remains uncertainSEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Signs with Seahawks Austin signed with the Seahawks on Sunday, Brady Henderson of ESPN reports.
Impact Austin failed to make the Jets' 53-man roster this year, but he'll now attempt to carve out a role in Seattle to begin the regular season. The 25-year-old appeared in 11 games with the Jets in 2020 and recorded 63 tackles (50 solo).
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jets LB Jarrad Davis out about 2 months with ankle injury
New York Jets linebacker Jarrad Davis will be sidelined through the first several weeks of the regular season with an ankle injuryAUGUST 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Wilson throws 2 TD passes as Jets beat Packers 23-14
Zach Wilson directed three scoring drives and threw his first two touchdown passes of the preseason in the New York Jets’ 23-14 victory over the Green Bay PackersAUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bless Austin corners the market on confidence for Jets
Bless Austin has a strong message for anyone who thinks the New York Jets are weak and inexperienced at cornerbackAUGUST 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Focus is on QB Zach Wilson as Robert Saleh's Jets open camp
The first step for a franchise that hasn’t made the playoffs in 10 years was changing the vibe within the organizationJULY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets corner Blessuan Austin donates 35,000 meals to Texas Food Care Center NY Jets corner Blessuan Austin is giving back to the community in a big way.
FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Patrick Mahomes watching Chiefs' finale against Chargers
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is inactive for their meaningless regular-season finale against the Los Angeles ChargersJANUARY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ruled out for finale Austin (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Impact Austin, who's played 100 percent of the Jets' defensive snaps the past two weeks, will miss the 2020 finale as Lamar Jackson likely fills in across from Bryce Hall. Austin racked up 63 tackles (50 solo), four passes defensed and one forced fumble in 11 games this season.
JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
