Nicholls State University

At LSU: Was a backup offensive lineman... saw action as additional offensive lineman when the Tigers are in short-yardage or goalline situations ... played in 12 games for his career, seeing action in five in 2014... played in seven games as a redshirt sophomore in 2013... did not see any game action in 2012... redshirted as a true freshman in 2011.

At St. Augustine: One of four in-state offensive linemen to sign with LSU in 2011 ... A three-star prospect according to Rivals.com and Scout.com ... Ranked No. 34 in the state of Louisiana by Rivals and No. 24 in Louisiana by Tigerbait.com ... Ranked No. 46 offensive tackle by Scout.com ... Named a New Orleans Times Picayune Blue-Chip recruit ... Named to Louisiana 5A All-State team ... A member of The Advocate's Honorable Mention Super Dozen ... Anchored a formidable offensive line at St. Augustine with fellow commit Trai Turner ... Coached by David Johnson.

Personal: Born Oct. 16, 1992 in New Orleans ... parents are Charlie and Laverne Austin... has one brother, Charleston ... graduated from LSU in the summer of 2015 with a degree in interdisciplinary studies.