2024 Receiving Stats
REC
1
YDS
7
TD
0
AVG
7.0
TAR
2
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
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Targeted twice against Atlanta
Austin secured one of two targets for seven yards during Sunday's 18-10 win over Atlanta.
ANALYSIS
The Steelers' offense struggled to generate much production during Sunday's low-scoring matchup, but Austin was one of three wide receivers to draw at least one target. Austin impressed during offseason activities, but it's unclear whether he'll develop into a fantasy-relevant option in 2024 after securing 17 of 30 targets for 180 yards and a touchdown while appearing in every game last year.
The Steelers' offense struggled to generate much production during Sunday's low-scoring matchup, but Austin was one of three wide receivers to draw at least one target. Austin impressed during offseason activities, but it's unclear whether he'll develop into a fantasy-relevant option in 2024 after securing 17 of 30 targets for 180 yards and a touchdown while appearing in every game last year.
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Fantasy/Red Zone Stats
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Advanced NFL Stats
How do Calvin Austin's 2024 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
12.0Air Yards Per Snap
0.44% Team Air Yards
8.9%% Team Targets
9.1%Avg Depth of Target
6.0 YdsCatch Rate
50.0%Drop Rate
0.0%Avg Yds After Catch
1.0% Targeted On Route
16.7%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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SteelersReceiving Alignment Breakdown
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This Week's Opposing Pass Defense
How does the Broncos pass defense compare to other NFL teams this season?
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Overall QB Rating Against
60.2
Cornerbacks
79.5
Safeties
70.1
Linebackers
41.7
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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
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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.
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Paces team in receiving yards
Austin secured two of his three targets for 49 yards during Friday's 20-12 preseason loss to the Texans.
ANALYSIS
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Building momentum
Austin has continued his momentum from spring practices into training camp, according to Alan Saunders of Steelers Now.
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Set to compete for WR slotting
Austin will compete with several newcomers for snaps behind top wideout George Pickens, Chris Ward of Steelersnow.com reports.
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Held in check in 2023
Austin secured 17 of 30 targets for 180 yards and a touchdown while rushing 11 times for 57 yards and a touchdown over 17 games in 2023.
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Scores first rushing touchdown
Austin failed to secure either of his targets while rushing once for seven yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 34-11 win over the Bengals.
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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.