Questionable
Injury Abdomen
Est. Return 9/7/2025
2024 Receiving Stats
REC
36
YDS
548
TD
4
AVG
15.2
TAR
58
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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.
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.
ANALYSIS
Austin didn't play in any preseason games while tending to an 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 he's officially cleared for Week 1, he'll likely need to put in a full practice by Friday. Per Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com, the 2022 fourth-round pick is listed as a starter at receiver alongside DK Metcalf in the latest unofficial depth chart. In addition to potentially being limited by the injury and 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).
Austin didn't play in any preseason games while tending to an 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 he's officially cleared for Week 1, he'll likely need to put in a full practice by Friday. Per Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com, the 2022 fourth-round pick is listed as a starter at receiver alongside DK Metcalf in the latest unofficial depth chart. In addition to potentially being limited by the injury and 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).
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Air Yards Per Game
44.3Air Yards Per Snap
1.32% Team Air Yards
20.9%% Team Targets
12.6%Avg Depth of Target
13.0 YdsCatch Rate
62.1%Drop Rate
3.4%Avg Yds After Catch
4.4% Targeted On Route
14.7%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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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
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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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Not in uniform Thursday
Austin (abdomen) isn't suited up ahead of Thursday's preseason game at Carolina, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.
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Limited work Monday
Austin (abdomen) was limited to sideline work during Monday's training camp practice, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
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Dealing with abdominal injury
Austin has missed practice recently due to a minor abdominal muscle injury, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.
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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.
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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.
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Ready for No. 2 role
Austin is second on the depth chart at wide receiver for the Steelers ahead of training camp, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Pittsburgh had a busy offseason turning over the wide receiver position, acquiring DK Metcalf from Seattle only to trade George Pickens to Dallas. That shuffle still leaves the team without a proven second wide receiver, though position coach Zach Azzanni indicated during minicamp that Austin is set to fill that role. His hold on the job could be tenuous however, as the Steelers have remained prominent in trade rumors to acquire to another pass catcher.
Pittsburgh had a busy offseason turning over the wide receiver position, acquiring DK Metcalf from Seattle only to trade George Pickens to Dallas. That shuffle still leaves the team without a proven second wide receiver, though position coach Zach Azzanni indicated during minicamp that Austin is set to fill that role. His hold on the job could be tenuous however, as the Steelers have remained prominent in trade rumors to acquire to another pass catcher.