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Big Blue View fantasy football takes on Calvin Austin III
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Big Blue View about Calvin Austin III.
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All Big Blue View insights about Calvin Austin III
NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026
Austin is confirmed as a lock to make the Giants' 53-man roster, listed among six secure wide receivers.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Austin demonstrated multi-purpose value with a 21-yard rush, two receptions for 24 yards, and two punt returns for 29 yards; the source notes he will help the Giants in 2026.NegativeUsageAug 22, 2026
Austin had two catches in two targets for 24 yards in the preseason game against Miami; his role in the wide receiver depth chart remains unclear as the Giants sort out their receiving corps behind Malik Nabers and Malachi Fields.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Austin was quick and effective underneath, catching a quick pass and taking it 20 yards, plus another catch for four yards and 21 yards on a jet sweep that easily gained the edge. The source notes it was evident that Austin III will have a role in the offensive 11 personnel package.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Calvin Austin III has performed well in training camp, contributing to Giants receiving depth alongside other options while Nabers recovers from injury.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Calvin Auston III is among a collection of dusty veterans and unproven younger players competing for roles beyond Nabers in the Giants WR room. The source wouldn't draft him other than in very deep redraft leagues, but expects there will be several Big Blue WRs that are add/drop regulars throughout the season.PositiveDepth ChartAug 14, 2026
Locked as a core wide receiver on the 53-man roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026
Listed with the second team on the Giants preseason depth chart, primarily because there is no slot receiver designation on the chart structure used by the team.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Calvin Austin III is playing his way off the Giants' roster bubble by applying lessons from Aaron Rodgers and demonstrating the work ethic and mentality that attracted him to the team. Austin cited Jaxson Dart's swagger and composure, Coach Harbaugh's program, and the team's commitment to building something special as reasons for his confidence in the organization and his ability to earn a roster spot.PositiveDepth ChartAug 9, 2026
Locked as a wide receiver on the 53-man roster.NegativeUsageAug 8, 2026
Receiver had a busy day with mixed performance. Austin displayed quickness during 1-on-1 drills and easily got open against both cornerbacks Colton Hood and Paulson Adebo, but dropped a short in-cut after beating Adebo, indicating strong route-running ability offset by a concentration issue.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Like Dalen Cambre, Calvin Austin continues to make plays consistently every day in camp.PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026
Veteran receiver emerging as a primary safety blanket for all Giants quarterbacks during training camp, indicating a secure receiving role and consistent target opportunity in the offense regardless of QB rotation.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
The diminutive slot receiver has made plays consistently throughout the first five practices of camp. Head coach John Harbaugh praised his performance: "Calvin's had a heck of a camp. He runs the routes really well. He gets open. He makes catches. He deserves some attention, no doubt. He's having a good camp so far."NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026
Calvin Austin was active as a wide receiver in practice on the first day with full pads.PositiveDepth ChartAug 3, 2026
Locked as a wide receiver on the 53-man roster.NegativeRoleAug 2, 2026
Diminutive slot receiver showing ability to get open and make plays down the field in camp; uncertainty around offensive snap count and role usage.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Calvin Austin was among the standout performers on Day 1 of Giants training camp, having a good practice day on Wednesday.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Had a good Day 1 practice performance on Wednesday. The source groups him with Braxton Berrios and Tae Banks as standout performers early in camp, suggesting positive early momentum in the receiver room.PositiveDepth ChartJul 24, 2026
Considered a roster lock if Malik Nabers is ready for Week 1; part of the core receiving group expected to make the Giants' final roster.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Young wide receiver Calvin Austin III is part of a heady mix of young players competing for roster spots in a wide receiver room that needs to replace Wan'Dale Robinson and cover for Malik Nabers' absence.NegativeDepth ChartJul 22, 2026
Austin is predicted to round out the initial depth chart as one of the Giants' top 6 receivers, behind the top 3 of Mooney, Slayton, and Fields.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Before Berrios was signed, Austin looked like the first option to replace Olszewski as the punt returner and could still emerge in that role. He had an 8.9-yard average on 73 punt returns in three seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Whether the Giants use him on punt return may be impacted by how much they rely on him as a slot receiver. Austin has no experience returning kickoffs.