Gerald Austin was born on December 4,1941 and is a former American football official, who worked in the National Football League from the 1982 season through the 2007 season.
10 Facts About Gerry Austin
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Gerry Austin wore uniform number 34, which is worn by Clete Blakeman.
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Gerry Austin has officiated in three Super Bowls, one as a side judge and two as a referee.
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Gerry Austin was notable being the referee in the 1993 AFC Wild Card playoff game between the Houston Oilers and Buffalo Bills, which would later become known in NFL lore as "The Comeback" for being the greatest comeback by a team in league history.
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Gerry Austin has a bachelor's degree and master's degree from Western Carolina University and has a doctorate from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
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Gerry Austin is a retired public school administrator for thirty years.
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Gerry Austin was assigned to officiate in the 1978 Liberty Bowl and the 1977 Orange Bowl.
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Gerry Austin began working in the NFL as a side judge, where he officiated Super Bowl XXIV at New Orleans in 1990.
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Gerry Austin is one of the league's most respected referees as he is a recipient of the Art McNally Award, which goes to an NFL game official who exhibits exemplary professionalism, leadership and commitment to sportsmanship on and off the field.
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Since retiring, Gerry Austin has contributed to ESPN broadcasts regarding the performance of officials.