Tavon Austin poised to have a big year in L.A.
by
Keith Rivas 2 days ago
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We could see Tavon Austin develop into something special in Los Angeles.
The new change of scenario is great for the Rams franchise, and the idea of getting a fresh start on the offensive end isn’t a bad place for the team to be either.
That in mind, wide receiver
Tavon Austin has to go into this next season with a bit of a chip on his shoulder, despite the reality of lofty expectations for the former top-ten pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.
Developing other weapons on offense like running back
Todd Gurley and rookie quarterback
Jared Goff will be crucial in Austin’s further development and role with the team.
As a
report from SB Nation’s
Turf Show Times explains, the emphasis for this next season is on how Los Angeles uses Austin, as that will make all the difference on the field.
Expectations for Austin are only going to increase now that the Rams added two receiving threats in
Pharoh Cooper and Michael Thomas.
Austin was practically ineffective during the 2014-15 season, scoring no touchdowns on 31 catches, 44 targets, and 15 games played in his sophomore year in the NFL.
Compared to last year, however, Austin’s vision on the field, explosiveness, and ability to weave in, around, and even through defenses is getting better with more experience.
And the numbers speak for themselves.
While Austin has only gotten nine touchdowns during his tenure in the league, five of them came from the chaotic Rams offense of a year ago.
If Los Angeles can provide stability at the quarterback position throughout at least the majority of the season, Austin should do just fine if he’s continually given the opportunity to perform.
The Rams can get the help they need from Austin, he just needs this season to go out and prove himself on the field away from the lofty goals he failed to reach in St. Louis.
