During week 13, Pittsburgh Steelers Receiver Calvin Austin took a hard hit from Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither, who was penalized for pass interference on the play. Austin came back to catch a 23 yard touchdown in the second trimester, but suffered another blow later in the game, leading to a concussion evaluation.
Calvin Austin III injury update
Austin went from a limited participant to a full practice participant on Thursday. Russell Wilson could use it since wide receivers not named George Pickens haven’t squatted.
Austin is tied with Pat Freiermuth for the most touchdowns by a receiver with four.
Steelers wide receiver depth chart
Mike Williams, acquired via a trade with the New York Jets last month, remains behind Austin and Van Jefferson on the Pittsburgh backfield. depth chart. Williams has primarily been deployed as a blocker and has no stats since scoring a 32-yard touchdown in his debut with the Steelers.
Damn, WR4 Ben Skowronek saw more action than Williams.
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