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Austin Reiter

Football player (NFL)[9][10]

What is Austin Reiter known for?

Austin Reiter, born in Arlington, Texas on November 27, 1991, is a celebrated American football center in the NFL. He started his journey to the big leagues at Lakewood Ranch High School, located in Bradenton, Florida, before playing collegiate football at South Florida.

Reiter's professional career began when he was picked in the seventh round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins. He later had stints with the Cleveland Browns, the Kansas City Chiefs, the New Orleans Saints, the Miami Dolphins, and the Los Angeles Rams.

Of particular note are his contributions to the Kansas City Chiefs from 2018 to 2020. During the 2019 season, he was recognized as the Chiefs' starting center and started every game including the playoffs. His efforts significantly contributed to the team's victory in Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers.

Over the course of his career through 2021, Reiter played in 66 games and started 38 of them. He is a 2-time Super Bowl champion and has demonstrated not only his skill but also his resilience by bouncing back from a season-ending Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury he suffered while playing for the Browns.

Here's a closer look at his NFL stats and in-depth career history.

In conclusion, Austin Reiter, through his resilience, talent and hard work, has made both his high school, Lakewood Ranch, and his hometown of Arlington, Texas, proud.