Calvin Austin
25-Year-Old
2024 Receiving Stats
REC
32
YDS
517
TD
4
AVG
16.2
TAR
52
Rest-of-Season Projections
2024 Fantasy Outlook
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. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Leading receiver again
Austin recorded four receptions on five targets for 65 yards in Saturday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Austin led the Steelers in receiving yards and tied for the team lead in targets due to George Pickens (hamstring) still being sidelined. The former had only six yards at halftime, though he came alive on Pittsburgh's second possession of the second half with two catches totaling 60 yards -- highlighted by an impressive toe-tapping catch that went for 44 yards. Austin has topped 60 receiving yards in consecutive games and half of his last six contests.
Austin led the Steelers in receiving yards and tied for the team lead in targets due to George Pickens (hamstring) still being sidelined. The former had only six yards at halftime, though he came alive on Pittsburgh's second possession of the second half with two catches totaling 60 yards -- highlighted by an impressive toe-tapping catch that went for 44 yards. Austin has topped 60 receiving yards in consecutive games and half of his last six contests.
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Advanced NFL Stats
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Air Yards Per Game
41.7Air Yards Per Snap
1.22% Team Air Yards
19.8%% Team Targets
12.7%Avg Depth of Target
12.4 YdsCatch Rate
53.8%Drop Rate
1.9%Avg Yds After Catch
5.0% Targeted On Route
17.7%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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Receiving Alignment Breakdown
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This Week's Opposing Pass Defense
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@ Ravens
Saturday, Dec 21st at 4:30PM
Overall QB Rating Against
77.9
Cornerbacks
70.6
Safeties
94.4
Linebackers
81.8
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2024 Calvin Austin Split Stats
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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
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
2023
2022
Austin topped 1,000 yards in his final two collegiate seasons at Memphis in 2020 and 2021, but he sustained a foot injury during training camp in August and began the year on injured reserve. The fourth-round pick returned to practice in early October but wasn't activated from IR. He's expected to be healthy heading into 2023 but will have additional competition for targets after the Steelers acquired Allen Robinson during the offseason. Austin was productive in college but could have trouble landing a fantasy-relevant role this year due to the deep receiving corps in Pittsburgh.
More Fantasy News
Lone bright spot in loss to Philly
Austin recorded five receptions on five targets for 65 yards in Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Eagles.
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Held to one catch against Cleveland
Austin secured one of four targets for four yards during Sunday's 27-14 win over the Browns.
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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.
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Expects to play Sunday
Austin (concussion) said Friday he expects to be cleared to play Sunday versus Cleveland, Chris Adamski of TribLive.com reports.
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Logs full practice Thursday
Austin (concussion) was listed as a full practice participant Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
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Latest Fantasy Rumors
WR2 role in play?
Mark Kaboly of The Athletic posits that Austin's consistency during OTAs has given the 2022 fourth-round pick a legitimate shot at the No. 2 wideout spot behind George Pickens.
ANALYSIS
Kaboly believes that it's a four-way battle for the WR2 spot between Austin, Van Jefferson, Quez Watkins and rookie Roman Wilson. It could simply come down to who quarterback Russell Wilson develops the most trust in throughout OTAs and training camp. Although he finished 2023 with 17 catches for 180 yards, Austin had a strong start to the season, accumulating 12 catches for 143 yards and a touchdown over the first four games.
Kaboly believes that it's a four-way battle for the WR2 spot between Austin, Van Jefferson, Quez Watkins and rookie Roman Wilson. It could simply come down to who quarterback Russell Wilson develops the most trust in throughout OTAs and training camp. Although he finished 2023 with 17 catches for 180 yards, Austin had a strong start to the season, accumulating 12 catches for 143 yards and a touchdown over the first four games.