Arizona Signs Former Oregon Cornerback Daylen Austin as Secondary Overhaul Continues
The ex–four-star defensive back has two years of eligibility, with a felony trial set for 2027.
Overview
- Austin has signed with Arizona after three seasons at Oregon, moving to the Big 12 program ahead of the 2026 season.
- He appeared in 30 games for the Ducks from 2023 to 2025, totaling 23 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, one interception and three pass breakups.
- Arizona has prioritized restocking its defensive backfield through the transfer portal, with Austin the sixth defensive back and third cornerback added.
- The Wildcats must replace all five starters from a pass defense that allowed more than 200 yards only three times last season and finished with 22 interceptions.
- Court records show Austin pleaded not guilty in February 2025 to a Class B felony tied to an April 2024 fatal hit-and-run in Eugene, with trial set for February 2, 2027.