FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Memphis wide receiver Calvin Austin III has been selected as one of 10 semifinalists for the Burlsworth Trophy, awarded annually to the most outstanding player who began their career as a walk-on.
Austin III had a breakout season in 2020. The junior from Memphis set a school record with five consecutive games of at least 100 receiving yards. The streak began with a 151-yard performance on Oct. 17 in a 50-49 win over UCF. He followed with stellar performances against Temple (184 yards), Cincinnati (121 yards), USF (102 yards) and Stephen F.