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2024 RTSports Outlook

Austin got some work his second season, catching 17 passes for 180 yards and a touchdown. He got a good amount of chances running the ball, rushing 11 times for 57 yards and a touchdown. The Steelers found some ways to get him involved and he made some plays. Austin could earn a much bigger role this season with Pittsburgh having some openings at receiver. Austin could earn a starting job if all goes well for him. Austin has som game-changing speed at the receiver spot. He lacks some size but has great speed and moves in space. He will make plays after the catch, turning a short pass into a big play. Austin can get pushed around because of his lack of size and will struggle with contested catches.

FANTASY OUTLOOK: Austin has a chance to produce some big games this year, making him worth a late-round look for fantasy teams. He could take a big step forward this year. Look for him to get around 700 total yards and five or six touchdowns.

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Fantasy WeekFWK	Opp	Pts	Scoring
Week 1Wk 1 SF	SF	15.00	Calvin Austin III 37 rush, pass, and rec yds (3.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 6 receptions (12.00 pts)
Week 2Wk 2 CLE	CLE	3.20	Calvin Austin III 1 reception (2.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 14 punt return yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)
Week 3Wk 3 @LV	@LV	20.00	Calvin Austin III 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Calvin Austin III 72 yd TD pass from Kenny Pickett Calvin Austin III 72 rush, pass, and rec yds (7.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 2 receptions (4.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 72 yd TD reception (3.00 pts)
Week 4Wk 4 @HOU	@HOU	8.20	Calvin Austin III 29 rush, pass, and rec yds (2.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 3 receptions (6.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)
Week 5Wk 5 BAL	BAL	0.00
Week 6Wk 6 bye	bye
Week 7Wk 7 @LAR	@LAR	1.20	Calvin Austin III 14 punt return yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)
Week 8Wk 8 JAX	JAX	6.40	Calvin Austin III 29 rush, pass, and rec yds (2.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 2 receptions (4.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 2 rushing atts (0.40 pts)
Week 9Wk 9 TEN	TEN	2.40	Calvin Austin III 10 rush, pass, and rec yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 13 punt return yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 2 rushing atts (0.40 pts)
Week 10Wk 10 GB	GB	4.20	Calvin Austin III 1 reception (2.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 20 punt return yds (2.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)
Week 11Wk 11 @CLE	@CLE	5.00	Calvin Austin III 51 punt return yds (5.00 pts)
Week 12Wk 12 @CIN	@CIN	2.00	Calvin Austin III 1 reception (2.00 pts)
Week 13Wk 13 ARI	ARI	4.00	Calvin Austin III 10 rush, pass, and rec yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 reception (2.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 11 punt return yds (1.00 pts)
Week 14Wk 14 NE	NE	2.20	Calvin Austin III 12 rush, pass, and rec yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 10 punt return yds (1.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)
Week 15Wk 15 @IND	@IND	0.00
Week 16Wk 16 CIN	CIN	6.20	Calvin Austin III 1 rushing TD (6.00 pts) . . . Calvin Austin III 7 yd TD rush Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)
Week 17Wk 17 @SEA	@SEA	0.00
Week 18Wk 18 @BAL	@BAL	9.20	Calvin Austin III 92 punt return yds (9.00 pts) Calvin Austin III 1 rushing att (0.20 pts)

Player Notes

May 24 2:00pm ET

The Athletic's Mark Kaboly writes that the No. 2 wide receiver spot for the Pittsburgh Steelers is currently wide open. Quez Watkins, Calvin Austin III, Marquez Callaway and Van Jefferson could all be competing for the job this summer at training camp if the team doesn't add a legitimate No. 2 receiver via trade before then. Austin could be the most consistent of the group, but rookie Roman Wilson also can't be counted out for now because of his quickness. George Pickens is the team's unquestioned top wideout this year after the Steelers traded Diontae Johnson to the Carolina Panthers this offseason. Because of the lack of clarity beyond Pickens right now, tight end Pat Freiermuth, who has already developed notable chemistry with new quarterback Russell Wilson, could be one to watch for a breakout season.

From RotoBaller

Jan 16 1:10am ET

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III hauled in one of his two targets for a seven-yard touchdown in the team's wild-card round loss to the Buffalo Bills. The 24-year-old did not see much utilization on Monday but made the most of his opportunities. His score came early in the fourth quarter on a short pass from quarterback Mason Rudolph to pull the Steelers within seven points of Buffalo's lead. Although Austin did not make an impact for fantasy purposes this season, he flashed at times and could be given an expanded role in his second professional campaign. Austin is worth a look as a stash in deep dynasty formats.

From RotoBaller

Player Transactions

01-Sep-2022: PIT Calvin Austin III - On IR - undisclosed
06-Jun-2022: PIT Calvin Austin III - Signed, Draft Choice - Four-year contract (through 2025)

NFL Week	Opp	Pts	Rec	Rec Yds	Rec TDs	Rec Tgt	100 Yds	Rush Att	Rush Yds	Rush TDs	Fum Lost
2023 Season		89.20	17	180	1	30	0	11	57	1	0
Week 1	SF	15.00	6	37	0	6	0	0	0	0	0
Week 2	CLE	3.20	1	10	0	4	0	1	-2	0	0
Week 3	@LV	20.00	2	72	1	6	0	0	0	0	0
Week 4	@HOU	8.20	3	24	0	5	0	1	5	0	0
Week 5	BAL	0.00	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0
Week 6	bye
Week 7	@LAR	1.20	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0	0
Week 8	JAX	6.40	2	19	0	2	0	2	10	0	0
Week 9	TEN	2.40	0	0	0	1	0	2	10	0	0
Week 10	GB	4.20	1	3	0	1	0	1	6	0	0
Week 11	@CLE	5.00	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Week 12	@CIN	2.00	1	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0
Week 13	ARI	4.00	1	10	0	1	0	0	0	0	0
Week 14	NE	2.20	0	0	0	0	0	1	12	0	0
Week 15	@IND	0.00	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Week 16	CIN	6.20	0	0	0	2	0	1	7	1	0
Week 17	@SEA	0.00	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Week 18	@BAL	9.20	0	0	0	0	0	1	8	0	0
Wildcard	@BUF	9.00	1	7	1	2	0	0	0	0	0