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Aaron Rodgers looks right at home vs. Jets in Steelers debut with 4 TD passes in win

Aaron Rodgers looked right at home in his debut with the Pittsburgh Steelers

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Ducks injury report Austin (abdomen) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Impact Austin was out for most of August but still figures to reprise his 2024 role as the slot man in three-wide formations. Playing time in heavier formations would help his fantasy value, but that may be a big ask for one of the league's smallest players. Austin figures to run a lot of his routes this Sunday against Jets cornerback Michael Carter, who struggled through an injury-plagued 2024 campaign after previously earning a reputation (and contract) as one of the league's top nickelbacks.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takeaways from Tomlin Commentary on Tomlin's commentary: the Jets, rebounding run defense, Cam Heyward, Calvin Austin, Aaron Rodgers, much more

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

On track for season opener Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that he expects Austin (abdomen) to be available for Sunday's season opener versus the Jets, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Austin didn't play in any of the Steelers' three preseason games while tending to the abdominal injury, but he's apparently made good progress in his recovery over the past few weeks and should be ready to suit up Sunday. Before Austin is officially cleared for Week 1, he'll likely need to put in a full practice at some point between Wednesday and Friday. Per Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com, Austin is listed as a starter at receiver alongside DK Metcalf in the team's latest unofficial depth chart, though it's uncertain if Austin will be in store for a hefty snap count in the opener. In addition to potentially being limited by the injury and/or getting pushed for playing time by second-year wideout Roman Wilson, Austin's snap and target counts could be suppressed if the Steelers lean heavily on two-tight end sets featuring Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith (knee).

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers rookie first-round pick Derrick Harmon is week to week with a knee injury

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Derrick Harmon has avoided a serious injury after his knee bent awkwardly during a preseason game against Carolina

AUGUST 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Not dressed Thursday Austin (abdomen) isn't suited up ahead of Thursday's preseason game at Carolina, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

Impact Austin thus won't play during exhibition season due to an abdominal injury that has lingered since at least Aug. 3. The Steelers tinkered with the top of their receiving corps this offseason by swapping out George Pickens (Dallas) for DK Metcalf (Seattle), but Austin otherwise doesn't have much competition for WR reps behind Metcalf. The 2022 fourth-round pick put together a 36-548-4 line on 58 targets in 17 regular-season games last year.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blazing-fast Steelers weapon gives major update on 'frustrating' injury Calvin Austin III says he is right on track to return from his abdominal injury.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

Iffy for Week 1 Austin (abdomen) was limited to sideline work during Monday's training camp practice, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Austin continues to work through an abdominal injury from early August that has forced him to miss the Steelers' first two preseason games. He is unlikely to play in Thursday's exhibition contest against the Panthers, and the third-year wideout appears to be in jeopardy of being sidelined for the Steelers' regular-season opener against the Jets on Sunday, Sept. 7. If Austin were to miss time, that would open the door for Robert Woods, Scotty Miller and Roman Wilson to fill in as the WR2 behind DK Metcalf.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Teddy Bridgewater throws 2 TDs as the Buccaneers slip by the Steelers 17-14 in preseason

Teddy Bridgewater throws two first-quarter touchdowns, leading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 17-14 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in a preseason game

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Steelers injury updates: Aaron Rodgers, Calvin Austin, Jonnu Smith, Jalen Ramsey | Sporting News Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin offered some injury updates on three players on Tuesday, while a fourth player made his return to...

AUGUST 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dealing with abdominal injury Austin has missed practice recently due to a minor abdominal muscle injury, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

Impact Austin has missed over a week of practice, as well as last Saturday's preseason opener against the Jaguars, due to what's now been revealed as a minor abdominal muscle issue. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has only spoken vaguely of Austin's injury, though he has said it's nothing that he expects to impact the fourth-year wideout's availability for Week 1. Austin will have two more opportunities to get on the field for preseason action, with his first such chance coming Saturday against the Buccaneers.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not in line to play Saturday Austin (undisclosed) is not slated to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Jaguars, Brooke Pryor of ESPN reports.

Impact Austin has been dealing with an undisclosed injury, but with the Steelers planning to rest numerous starters Saturday, the wideout may not have played anyway. When available, Austin profiles as the team's No. 2 WR behind top option, DK Metcalf.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Saturday Austin (undisclosed) is unlikely to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Jaguars, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Austin has been dealing with an unspecified injury, so look for him to sit the contest out, especially with the Steelers planning to rest their key skill players, in any case. In that scenario, Austin's next chance to see game action will arrive Aug. 16 against Tampa Bay.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed day-to-day Austin (undisclosed) didn't practice Sunday and is considered day-to-day, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

Impact It's not clear what Austin is dealing with or how long he will remain sidelined. The 26-year-old reportedly has a leg up in the competition for Pittsburgh's No. 2 receiver role behind DK Metcalf. Austin is also slated to serve as the Steelers' lead punt returner during the upcoming campaign.

AUGUST 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blazing-fast Pittsburgh Steelers playmaker named starting punt returner Calvin Austin III will be the Steelers' punt returner once again.

JULY 29, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

Leading candidate for WR2 spot Steelers WRs coach Zach Azzani said "that [WR2] spot is all [Austin's] right now," Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The Steelers reworked their wideout room over the offseason, jettisoning George Pickens in a trade while also letting Van Jefferson walk in free agency. DK Metcalf was acquired from Seattle, and Pittsburgh also signed 33-year-old Robert Woods. However, it sounds like Austin has a significant lead on Woods and second-year WR Roman Wilson for the starting gig opposite Metcalf. Austin had a breakout 2024 campaign, posting a 36-548-4 receiving line on 58 targets, averaging a robust 15.2 yards per catch. Following the Steelers' acquisition of Jonnu Smith, this looks like an offense that is going to feature two tight ends in Smith and Pat Freiermuth, as opposed to three wide receivers, so the winner of the WR2 job stands to see far more playing time than the Steelers' third and fourth receivers.

JULY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 24, 2025 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Fantasy Football 2025: WR Calvin Austin III player profile Nathan Jahnke breaks down Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III's 2025 fantasy football player profile.

JUNE 24, 2025 • PFF.COM

Steelers' Calvin Austin calls out Stephen A. Smith over controversial Memphis comments | Sporting News Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III called out ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith for his comments on the city of Memphis during...

JUNE 18, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Sleeper WR Emerging for Steelers The Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver room is still lacking behind the likes of DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III. As such, the door is wide...

JUNE 12, 2025 • SI.COM

Steelers minicamp notebook: No. 2 WR spot 'is all Calvin Austin's' For the second year in a row, Zach Azzanni’s job description involves presiding over a Pittsburgh Steelers position group that is widely rec...

JUNE 11, 2025 • TRIBLIVE.COM

It didn't take DK Metcalf long to show the Steelers what they're getting in their new wide receiver

New Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is quickly making an impression

JUNE 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Jason Mackey: While the Steelers must still add at receiver, you shouldn't discount Calvin Austin III The Steelers need to add another wide receiver. But that doesn’t mean we should discount Calvin Austin III, who improved a lot in 2024.

JUNE 9, 2025 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

OTA 5: Steelers' deep backfield Conversations with Evan Hull, Cam Johnston, Calvin Austin, Mason McCormick

JUNE 5, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Steelers GM Omar Khan says trading talented but mercurial WR George Pickens was right for both sides

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan says trading wide receiver George Pickens was the right thing for both sides

MAY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

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Aaron Rodgers looks right at home vs. Jets in Steelers debut with 4 TD passes in win

Steelers rookie first-round pick Derrick Harmon is week to week with a knee injury

Teddy Bridgewater throws 2 TDs as the Buccaneers slip by the Steelers 17-14 in preseason

It didn't take DK Metcalf long to show the Steelers what they're getting in their new wide receiver

Steelers GM Omar Khan says trading talented but mercurial WR George Pickens was right for both sides