2025 Receiving Stats
REC
10
YDS
139
TD
2
AVG
13.9
TAR
17
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2025 Fantasy Outlook
A 2022 fourth-round pick, Austin didn't play at all his rookie season and then caught just 17 passes in 2023, before taking a big step last year with a 36-548-4 receiving line on 58 targets. At 5-foot-9, 162, he's one of the smallest players in the NFL but also one of the fastest (4.30 40). Austin was largely limited to three-wide sets last year, taking 52.4 percent of his snaps from the slot, and that may be the case again in 2025 even though the Steelers have poor depth at wide receiver. They swapped out George Pickens for DK Metcalf, leaving Austin to compete with Roman Wilson, Robert Woods, Scotty Miller and others for the Nos. 2 and 3 WR spots. But they also traded for TE Jonnu Smith, which likely means more two-TE sets with Pat Freiermuth and fewer snaps for Austin. Even if Austin locks down a regular role, there's no guarantee of increased target volume, as he's unlikely to be an every-down player or see a lot of passes in a run-first offense under Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Signed a four-year, $4.16 million contract with the Steelers in June of 2022.
Logs full practice
Austin (shoulder) was a full participant in practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Full participation in his first practice since Week 4 puts Austin on track to return this Sunday against the Packers. Pittsburgh's backup wideouts haven't done much in Austin's absence, with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith instead relying on his tight ends even more than he usually does. Austin was a pleasant surprise for Pittsburgh early in the season with 126 yards and two TDs on 15 targets over his first three games.
Full participation in his first practice since Week 4 puts Austin on track to return this Sunday against the Packers. Pittsburgh's backup wideouts haven't done much in Austin's absence, with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith instead relying on his tight ends even more than he usually does. Austin was a pleasant surprise for Pittsburgh early in the season with 126 yards and two TDs on 15 targets over his first three games.
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Advanced NFL Stats
How do Calvin Austin's 2025 advanced stats compare to other wide receivers?
This section compares his advanced stats with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. The longer the bar, the better it is for the player.
Air Yards Per Game
62.0Air Yards Per Snap
1.48% Team Air Yards
24.5%% Team Targets
10.7%Avg Depth of Target
13.8 YdsCatch Rate
58.8%Drop Rate
5.9%Avg Yds After Catch
3.4% Targeted On Route
16.0%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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This Week's Opposing Pass Defense
How does the Packers pass defense compare to other NFL teams this season?
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Overall QB Rating Against
81.3
Cornerbacks
82.4
Safeties
68.0
Linebackers
90.2
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Measurables Review
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How do Calvin Austin's measurables compare to other wide receivers?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
5' 9"Weight
162 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.32 secShuttle Time
4.07 secVertical Jump
39.0 inBroad Jump
135 inHand Length
9.25 inArm Length
30.00 in
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Austin looked like an emerging player through four games last season. During that time, the receiver averaged three catches and 33 yards. However, the Steelers offense was a mess. The team relied heavily on their rushing attack. That led to Austin catching six passes for 44 yards over his last 13 games. Although it’s possible that Austin sees an increase in snaps this season, but the receiver may have to hold off rookie Roman Wilson for a prominent role in the offense. Also, it is worrisome that Arthur Smith is the offensive coordinator. The new coach will likely continue to feature the run game. As a result, Austin may not see enough targets to have a breakout season.
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Returns to practice
Austin (shoulder) is returning to practice Wednesday, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.
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Could be back for Week 8
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that he's "optimistic" that Austin (shoulder) will be able to play in Sunday's game against the Packers, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.
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Sitting out Thursday's game
Austin (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bengals, Nick Farabaugh of Penn Live reports.
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Sits out practice
Austin (shoulder) didn't participate in Tuesday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
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Estimated as DNP on Monday
Austin (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
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Set to miss time
Austin could miss multiple games after suffering a shoulder injury in Sunday's win over the Vikings, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
The wideout exited the game early in the fourth quarter and wasn't able to return, and the Steelers' Week 5 bye isn't expected to provide enough time for him to get healthy. Austin has shown flashes of chemistry with Aaron Rodgers to begin the season, turning two of his 10 receptions into touchdowns, but in his absence 2024 third-round pick Roman Wilson could get an opportunity to establish himself.
The wideout exited the game early in the fourth quarter and wasn't able to return, and the Steelers' Week 5 bye isn't expected to provide enough time for him to get healthy. Austin has shown flashes of chemistry with Aaron Rodgers to begin the season, turning two of his 10 receptions into touchdowns, but in his absence 2024 third-round pick Roman Wilson could get an opportunity to establish himself.