Center
No. 67
South Carolina
"Austin was acquired on waivers in 1975 from Denver. He was originally drafted in the 16th round by the Broncos in 1974.
A strong, straight ahead blocker, Darrell is good on run blocks, is developing into a good pass protector and is reckless with his body. Injuries have held back his progress.
Darrell started 11 games last year, seven at right guard and four at center. Injuries to other linemen forced him to switch positions during several games. He missed three games- New England, Washington and Cincinnati- because of a strained neck.
Darrell started every game for three years at South Carolina. He played offensive tackle as a sophomore, defensive tackle as a junior and offensive tackle as a senior and played in the East-West Game. He was named most valuable lineman as a senior.
He holds a B.S. in physical education. He's nicknamed 'Colonel' because of his likeness to television figure Steve Austin, the Bionic Man. Darrell has a plastic small finger, prompting the nickname. His father is a deputy sheriff. Union, South Carolina is his birthplace and hometown."
-1977 New York Jets Media Guide
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