UNI’s Austin Howard set the standard for trench toughness
Austin Howard is a former UNI offensive tackle, not a current 2026 rostered player, and his Panthers legacy is still the headline: in the 2009 season, he earned AFCA FCS All-America honors while helping UNI rank No. 1 in the MVFC in total offense, passing efficiency, and sacks allowed, with just 9 sacks allowed all year[5]. He stood out as a long, powerful, technically reliable blindside blocker who translated that profile into a 9-year NFL career, a strong signal that his game carried real pro traits[7][8]. If you’re asking whether he fits a team, the answer is yes for any offense that values size, consistency, and proven line-anchor mentality[7][8].
