Calvin Austin-WR-Memphis

Jan 11, 2022 at 3:09 PM

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If you feel the need for speed, Austin had loads of it. Smaller receive, somewhat similar to Tutu Atwell who in last year's draft but more physical overall, he's a true playmaker that can house it from anywhere out on the field.

CALVIN AUSTIN III CAUGHT THEM SLEEPING 🤯 pic.twitter.com/H5o828mFQ3
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) September 18, 2021

Oh my. Cold release off the line and even better at the top of the route. Great job with his eyes on the peek.

Calvin Austin - Memphis pic.twitter.com/F3KScKGF6e
— Big CROCKY⚡️ (@eric_crocker) December 24, 2020

You could feel this one coming. Calvin Austin takes the punt return 64 yards to the house! #GoTigersGo pic.twitter.com/iYedpgqHJU
— Mason (@BarnBurnerSlim) November 21, 2020

Calvin Austin averaged 30.7 yards per reception today, including this 65-yard touchdown that put @MemphisFB in the lead for good. #AmericanPow6r pic.twitter.com/doOhsqqS1q
— American Football (@American_FB) October 24, 2020

Jan 11, 2022 at 3:11 PM

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If Calvin Johnson and Tavon Austin had a baby?

Jan 11, 2022 at 3:58 PM

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Him or Wan'dale Robinson are my WR/KR draft crushes. Niners not so special teams can use him the most, but he is also a great WR. Sign me up.

Jan 11, 2022 at 5:15 PM

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This is exactly the type of player we need as our 4th receiver. A burner who can return punts and kickoffs.

Feb 3, 2022 at 12:37 PM

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Calvin Austin: Cushion Destroyer pic.twitter.com/P4DfHwML0x
— Joe Broback (@joebroback) February 2, 2022

Calvin Austin III winning the slant versus soft press pic.twitter.com/26HEnDXC6d
— Receiver Life (@ReceiverLife_) February 2, 2022

The initial burst from Calvin Austin II is 💯 pic.twitter.com/R3tkc8OMzO
— The 33rd Team (@The33rdTeamFB) February 1, 2022

#Memphis WR Calvin Austin III really showed off his speed today. Small guy, looked sharp and sudden.

Look how quick his feet are. Not fair to ask DBs to cover him in these one on one drills. pic.twitter.com/p8Z96haQBN
— Kenny G. (@Gritz_Blitz) February 2, 2022

💨💨💨

I'll say it again, in one on ones the WR always has the advantage. When you pair that with Calvin's speed it's game over. pic.twitter.com/zrnUvSOSKc
— Kenny G. (@Gritz_Blitz) February 2, 2022

Austin in Shanahan's offense coming out of the slot...

Feb 3, 2022 at 12:40 PM

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Feb 3, 2022 at 1:24 PM

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Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

yes, I would love a quick slot separator...we don't have anything like that currently.

Feb 3, 2022 at 7:26 PM

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Originally posted by Oilcan:
This is exactly the type of player we need as our 4th receiver. A burner who can return punts and kickoffs.

💯

Feb 3, 2022 at 7:27 PM

49ers808
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Reminds me of Rondale Moore

Feb 3, 2022 at 7:43 PM

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jersey49er
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Originally posted by 49ers808:
Reminds me of Rondale Moore

Was just about write this 👍🏻

Feb 3, 2022 at 11:43 PM

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808niner4lyphe
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🔥💪

Feb 3, 2022 at 11:51 PM

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SFrush
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Is he considered the most explosive punt returner in this draft?

Feb 4, 2022 at 9:23 AM

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miked1978
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The "every WR should be >6'4" crowd would not be happy.

Feb 4, 2022 at 4:47 PM

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Man we haven't had legit speed since Goodwin. We need a real field stretcher. It would help out trey so much.

Feb 4, 2022 at 5:31 PM

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Originally posted by gold49digger:
Man we haven't had legit speed since Goodwin. We need a real field stretcher. It would help out trey so much.

Having someone that can quickly get open like Austin would be great when facing teams like the Rams with aggressive pass rushes. If Lance knows that he can always look to Austin or Kittle if he has to dump the ball off quickly, that is huge for a young QB's confidence.