Marvin Austin: "I made a mistake"

Posted Feb 26, 2011
Contrite and apologetic, former UNC defensive tackle Marvin Austin expressed regret for the mistakes that cost him his senior year with the Tar Heels. "It was a tough situation," Austin said today at the NFL scouting combine. "It hurt a lot, having to sit the whole season out." Austin ran afoul of NCAA rules due to accepting two trips to California and two trips to Florida from agents. (National Football Post)

Related: Football, Tar Heels in the NFL

Melkart Abou-Jaoude’s Steady Rise Reflects UNC’s Culture of Consistency
During his Tuesday availability, UNC Football coach Bill Belichick highlighted defensive end Melkart Abou Jaoude’s growth as a reflection of UNC’s standard for preparation and...
Thu Nov 6, 2025

THT Newsletter: 5-Star Dylan Mingo Visiting, UNC Basketball Hosts Kansas, Cardinal Comes Calling
Five-star guard Dylan Mingo visits this weekend as UNC Basketball hosts Kansas, Carolina Football faces Stanford, Women’s Basketball hosts Elon and multiple recruits, Theo Pinson...
Thu Nov 6, 2025

Stanford’s Visit Renews High School Rivalry for UNC Linebacker Khmori House
Two years ago, Mater Dei took down St. John Bosco 35-7 to capture the CIF Southern Section Division I championship in a clash between two...
Thu Nov 6, 2025

Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - Episode 9 - Nov. 6, 2025
Jones Angell from the Tar Heel Sports Network checks in with North Carolina Football head coach Bill Belichick following the Tar Heels' 27-10 road victory...
Thu Nov 6, 2025