RECRUITING

Wide receiver Kevin Austin

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WR KEVIN AUSTIN; 6-2, 197; COCONUT CREEK (FLA.) NORTH BROWARD PREP

Rivals ranking: Four stars, No. 15 WR.

247Sports ranking: Four stars, No. 21 WR.

Notable numbers: 35 catches for 761 yards and 11 touchdowns; and 38 rushes for 390 yards and two touchdowns as a senior.

Birthday: March 30, 2000.

First scholarship offer: Purdue.

Moment I knew I wanted to be Irish: “When I stepped on campus and got the whole experience of seeing Touchdown Jesus and the traditions that go with Notre Dame.”

One word to describe Brian Kelly: Competitive.

The one thing I won’t miss about the recruiting process: “The overwhelming phone calls.”

Best player I’ve played against: Florida State CB signee Asante Samuel Jr. and five-star CB Patrick Surtain Jr.

The last thing I watched on Netflix: “The 100.”

Most embarrassing song on my playlist: “Love Galore” — SZA.

Dream job (other than the NFL): “Owning my own business.”

Expectations for my freshman season: “To come in and start and have a huge impact.”

Favorite football accomplishment: “Breaking the record in Broward County for the most receiving yards (329) in a game.”

Under Armour, Nike or Adidas: Under Armour.

What was the first position you played in football? Tight end.

What’s your best sport other than football? Track.

Sports idol: Julio Jones.

Preferred social media: Twitter.

Favorite musician/band: Kodak Black.

Celebrity crush: Beyoncé.

How many times have you watched Rudy? Two.

Most used emoji:  “I send it with everything.”

How many pets do you have? One cat, Casper, and multiple fish.