Calvin Austin III - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Held to one catch against Cleveland Austin secured one of four targets for four yards during Sunday's 27-14 win over the Browns.

Impact Although the Steelers were without George Pickens (hamstring) during Sunday's matchup, Austin didn't see a significant uptick in playing time. The 25-year-old saw his highest number of targets since Week 10 against Washington, but he was held under 10 receiving yards for the second time over the last eight games, and he failed to score a touchdown after reaching the end zone in each of the last two weeks. Austin has had some glimpses of fantasy production this year, but his output remains inconsistent.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Calvin Austin III injury update and status vs. the Browns in Week 14 | Dec. 8, 2024 In Week 14, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Calvin Austin III clash with the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. K...

5 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Clears protocol for Week 14 Austin (concussion) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Browns, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Austin's lack of designation means he has cleared concussion protocol. He practiced without limitations Thursday and Friday after being limited Wednesday. The 5-foot-9 wide receiver brings a two-game touchdown streak into Sunday's clash between AFC North rivals, including a Week 12 score against the Browns. Austin has three touchdowns in six games with Russell Wilson at quarterback.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Expects to play Sunday Austin (concussion) said Friday he expects to be cleared to play Sunday versus Cleveland, Chris Adamski of TribLive.com reports.

Impact Austin practiced in full Thursday, and while the Steelers haven't yet officially announced that he's cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, the expectation appears to be that he'll suit up Week 14. In his last two appearances Austin has compiled five catches (five targets) for 107 yards and two scores, despite only playing 23 percent of offensive snaps Week 13 versus Cincinnati.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Thursday Austin (concussion) was listed as a full practice participant Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact After being limited Wednesday, Austin's full participation a day later bodes well for his chances of being available Sunday against the Browns. Friday's injury report will reveal if Austin -- who started the week in the NFL's concussion protocol -- is able to practice fully again, as well as whether or not he heads into the weekend with a Week 14 injury designation.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice after concussion Austin (concussion) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Impact Practicing just three days after entering concussion protocol suggests Austin has a chance to avoid missed time, although coach Mike Tomlin cautioned Wednesday that the Steelers still need to "follow the medical experts and let them provide us appropriate information". Austin is still only Pittsburgh's No. 3 receiver in terms of playing time and hasn't drawn more than six targets in any game this season, but he's been more noticeable as a big-play threat since Russell Wilson took over at QB in Week 7, scoring three TDs in the past five six games while recording five catches of 23-plus yards. An absence this Sunday against Cleveland would leave more WR snaps for Mike Williams and/or Ben Skowronek.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocol Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that Austin suffered a concussion in Sunday's 44-38 win over the Bengals and remains in the league's five-step protocol, Brooke Pryor of E...

Impact After recorded two catches for 29 yards and a touchdown on two targets over 16 snaps on offense, Austin headed to the locker room late in the second quarter to get checked for a concussion. He was officially ruled out for the rest of the game in the second half, though the Steelers never formally confirmed that he had been diagnosed with a concussion. In addition to being deemed ready to take contact, Austin will need to gain clearance from an independent neurologist before exiting the protocol. He could face an uphill battle to make it back for this Sunday's game against the Browns.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers WR Calvin Austin III (head) ruled out vs. Bengals Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III was ruled out for the rest of Sunday’s game at the Cincinnati Bengals with a head injury...

DECEMBER 1 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Won't return Sunday Austin (head) was ruled out of Sunday's game at Cincinnati, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Austin endured a big hit from Bengals CB Cam Taylor-Britt late in the second quarter on a six-yard catch. With his Week 13 now over, Austin will finish it with two receptions (on two targets) for 29 yards and one touchdown. His return to action will be subject to the protocol for head injuries.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Calvin Austin injury update: Latest news on Steelers WR's status in Week 13 game | Sporting News Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin did not come out for the start of the second half of the Week 13 game against the Cincinnati...

DECEMBER 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Getting checked for concussion Austin is being evaluated for a head injury and is questionable to return.

Impact Austin may have sustained the injury after he was on the receiving end of a hard tackle from Bengals defensive back Cam Taylor-Britt on a six-yard catch in the final minute of the second quarter. Earlier in the contest, Austin hauled in 23-yard touchdown reception, his fifth score of the season.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores long TD in loss Austin brought in all three targets for 78 yards and a touchdown in the Steelers' 24-19 loss to the Browns on Thursday night.

Impact Austin offered up some rare chunk plays in the snowstorm-like conditions that a significant portion of Thursday's game was played in, following up a 46-yard grab early in the second quarter with a 23-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter. The second-year wideout's yardage total was his second highest of the season, surpassed only by his 95-yard tally in Week 3 against the Chargers. Austin's role in the offense will continue to fluctuate weekly, but his speed and Russell Wilson's touch on deep passes affords the fleet-footed receiver upside any time he's out on a route.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal offensive work in win Austin secured one of two targets for minus-1 yard during Sunday's 18-16 win over Baltimore.

Impact Austin had recorded at least 20 receiving yards in each of the Steelers' last four games, but he had his worst performance of the season during Sunday's divisional win. The 25-year-old has had some encouraging showings over the first half of the season, but his production down the stretch could be inconsistent if Mike Williams develops a solid rapport with Russell Wilson.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Little production on six targets Austin recorded two receptions on six targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 28-27 win over the Commanders.

Impact Austin saw a season-high six targets, and he delivered a pivotal 13-yard gain on the Steelers' game-winning drive. However, his role is likely to be in flux given the addition of Mike Williams, who took on a limited snap count in his team debut against the Commanders. Even with a lack of other receiving options early this season, Austin has topped 50 receiving yards only twice in nine games.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers WR depth chart: How Mike Williams trade impacts George Pickens, Calvin Austin III | Sporting News Canada Pittsburgh swung a trade for a new receiver Tuesday, acquiring the Jets' Mike Williams. Here's where he fits into the Steelers' WR room.

NOVEMBER 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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NOVEMBER 2 • YOUTUBE

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NOVEMBER 1 • YOUTUBE

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OCTOBER 31 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Steelers' Calvin Austin Shines Calvin Austin powers the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 26-18 victory over the New York Giants in a career-best performance on “MNF.”.

OCTOBER 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Calvin Austin III, T.J. Watt carry Steelers past Giants for 6-2 start Calvin Austin III stabbed his cleats into the ground, hit the edge and raced through defenders on a 73-yard punt return for a score, seizing...

OCTOBER 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

New York Giants 18-26 Pittsburgh Steelers: Calvin Austin III scores on punt return to inspire Steelers to victory Najee Harris rushed for over 100 yards while Calvin Austin III scored punt return and receiving touchdown as the Pittsburgh Steelers improve...

OCTOBER 29 • SKY.COM

Austin's two touchdowns steer Steelers past Giants Calvin Austin III scored touchdowns on a 73-yard punt return and a 29-yard toss from Russell Wilson to push the host Pittsburgh Steelers pas...

OCTOBER 29 • SACBEE.COM

Calvin Austin III's two TDs steer Steelers past Giants Calvin Austin III scored touchdowns on a 73-yard punt return and a 29-yard toss from Russell Wilson to push the host Pittsburgh Steelers pas...

OCTOBER 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Scores twice on MNF Austin caught three of four targets for 54 yards and a touchdown while scoring a second time off of a 73-yard punt return in Monday's 26-18 win over the Giants.

Impact Austin had a standout performance on Monday Night Football when he scored both of Pittsburgh's touchdowns in the second half. The 2022 second-round pick returned a punt for a score late in the third quarter before burning his assignment on the possession for a game-clinching touchdown on a deep ball from Russell Wilson. Austin continues to see a handful of targets while returning kicks for the Steelers, but he would need to hit pay dirt consistently in order to warrant fantasy consideration in standard formats.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Calvin Austin III scores twice as the Steelers hold off the Giants 26-18

Calvin Austin III returned a punt for a touchdown and hauled in a lob by Russell Wilson for another score as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat th...

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Calvin Austin III scores twice as the Steelers hold off the Giants 26-18