Calvin Austin III - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

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14 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday against Browns Austin (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact With Austin out and DK Metcalf suspended for two games, Varley suggests that it's "going to be all hands on deck this week" for the Steelers at the wide receiver position. With that in mind, added Week 17 snaps will be available for some combination of Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Scotty Miller, Ben Skowronek and Roman Wilson, with Brandon Johnson representing a possible practice squad elevation. Additionally, QB Aaron Rodgers may turn to TEs Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith more often than usual, with Pittsburgh's top two WR options on the shelf this weekend.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Listed as DNP again Austin (hamstring) did not practice Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Austin has now missed back-to-back practices to begin Week 17 prep, making it safe to say that he's trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's road matchup against the Browns. The starting wideout is dealing with a hamstring injury sustained Week 16 against the Lions. With DK Metcalf (suspension) already out for Pittsburgh's final two games of the regular season, it's possible that Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Scotty Miller, Ben Skowronek and Roman Wilson will have to serve as the Steelers' top wideouts versus Cleveland in Week 17.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

DNP to open Week 17 prep Austin (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Austin injured his hamstring during the Steelers' Week 16 win over the Lions and was not cleared to return. The fourth-year wideout has worked in more of a rotational role at wide receiver over the past three weeks, but his absence would be detrimental to a Steelers offense that is already without DK Metcalf (suspension) for the final two games of the regular season. Austin will have two more opportunities to return to practice ahead of Sunday's AFC North tilt against the Browns.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Questionable with hamstring Austin (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Lions, Burt Lauten of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Austin exited the game in the fourth quarter after sustaining the injury. The wide receiver caught his sole target for an eight-yard gain before his exit.

DECEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Catchless in Week 15 Austin failed to reel in his only target and recorded nine yards on three punt returns during Monday night's 28-15 win over the Dolphins.

Impact Austin was limited by a calf injury at practice late in the week, but he was ultimately able to play, failing to reel in a pass for the second time in three weeks. With the additions of Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling in recent weeks, Austin's role on the offense has taken a hit, and he has now caught just one of five targets for 31 yards over the last three games.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Week 15 Austin (calf) does not have an injury designation for Monday's matchup against Miami.

Impact Austin was added to the injury report Friday, when he logged a limited practice session due to a calf issue. However, he was able to return to full participation Saturday and is clear to play on Monday Night Football. Austin has seen his offensive snap count trending down in recent weeks -- he hasn't been above 50 percent since Week 10 against the Chargers -- but he still figures to have a tangible role in the passing game while also working as Pittsburgh's primary punt returner.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Friday Austin was limited in practice Friday due to a calf issue.

Impact Austin wasn't listed on the Steelers' initial Week 15 injury report, so it's possible he sustained a calf injury during Friday's session. Either way, the wideout's game status for Monday night's game against the Dolphins is set to be revealed Saturday. If Austin is limited or out versus Miami, Adam Thielen, Ben Skowronek (hand) and practice squad member Marquez Valdes-Scantling would be candidates to log added snaps behind top WR DK Metcalf.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 9 • PENNLIVE.COM

Their season on the brink, the Steelers did what they always do under Mike Tomlin: Push back

The Pittsburgh Steelers turned down the noise surrounding coach Mike Tomlin's job status with a 27-22 win in Baltimore

DECEMBER 8 • Associated Press

Racks up 31 yards in win Austin secured one of two targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 27-22 win over the Ravens.

Impact Austin was held without a catch last week against Buffalo for the first time in the 2025 campaign, but he bounced back in Week 14 by logging a deep reception in the third quarter. The 2022 fourth-rounder has remained inconsistent this year, but he's recorded double-digit receiving yards in five of his last seven appearances, securing 17 of 19 targets for 170 yards during that time. However, he hasn't yet reached the end zone this year and has been held to two or fewer targets in three of his last four outings.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 8 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Late reversal helps Steelers hold on for 27-22 win over Ravens and sole possession of division lead

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DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHT: Calvin Austin III's 31-yard reception QB Aaron Rodger's 31-yard dime lands right in the hands of WR Calvin Austin III

DECEMBER 7 • STEELERS.COM

Steelers cut veteran corner Darius Slay and sign wide receiver Adam Thielen to practice squad

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen to their practice squad

DECEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers Calls Out Steelers WRs, Implies Some Are Skipping Film Sessions

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DECEMBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

Aaron Rodgers Calls Out Steelers WRs, Implies Some Are Skipping Film Sessions

No catches against Buffalo Austin failed to secure either of his two targets during Sunday's 26-7 loss to the Bills.

Impact Austin has had limited production for most of the season, but Sunday's Week 13 loss marked the first time this year that he was held without a catch. Across 10 appearances this year, he's secured 26 of 44 targets for 278 yards and two touchdowns.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Makes four catches Austin recorded four receptions on five targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Bears.

Impact After a quiet showing in Week 11, Austin rebounded to his more typical role. He has between five and seven targets in four of his last five games, though he's struggled to make an impact with that opportunity. Austin has been held to 40 receiving yards or less in all but two of his 10 contests and hasn't found the end zone since Week 3.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Mason Rudolph has turned into a pretty good backup plan for the Steelers

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NOVEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Minimal workload against Cincinnati Austin secured his lone target for five yards during Sunday's 34-12 win over the Bengals.

Impact Austin had played at least 50 percent of the Steelers' offensive snaps in his first seven appearances of the season, but he was on the field for just 29 percent during Sunday's comfortable victory. The 2022 fourth-rounder was held to single-digit receiving yards for the first time this year, but Pittsburgh was playing without Aaron Rodgers during the second half. Even if Austin's playing time bounces back down the stretch, he'll likely have limited fantasy upside as long as DK Metcalf remains healthy.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Rodgers sends clear message to Steelers' wide receivers as DK Metcalf has no help from Calvin Austin and Roman Wilson Aaron Rodgers sent a strong message to his wide receivers amid the lack of help for DK Metcalf with the Pittsburgh Steelers. It's time to re...

NOVEMBER 13 • BOLAVIP.COM

Mike Tomlin: 'No Long-Term' Concerns About Aaron Rodgers After Loss to Chargers

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NOVEMBER 11 • FOX SPORTS

Mike Tomlin: 'No Long-Term' Concerns About Aaron Rodgers After Loss to Chargers

Aaron Rodgers' off night leaves Steelers clinging to AFC North lead as Ravens heat up

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers are reeling after a lopsided loss to the Los Angeles Chargers

NOVEMBER 10 • Associated Press

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