The New York Giants have signed wide receiver Calvin Austin III.
Originally a fourth-round draft choice by Pittsburgh in 2022, Austin has played in 48 regular-season games (16 starts) for the Steelers and amassed 84 catches for 1,100 yards and eight touchdowns. He also has 11 rushing attempts for 57 yards and another score.
The 5-foot-9, 162-pounder is also a seasoned punt returner with a 73-yard touchdown, which he scored against the Giants in 2024, among his 72 career attempts.
That year, he was the only player in the NFL with a touchdown reception of at least 50 yards and punt return touchdown of at least 70 yards.
Prior to the NFL, Austin finished his college career ranked second all-time in Memphis history in receiving touchdowns, fourth in receiving yards, and fifth in receptions.
He also competed on the school's track and field team, where he was part of relay teams that broke multiple program records.
Austin became a free agent when the new league year began on Wednesday.
View photos from the career of wide receiver Calvin Austin III.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, right, runs with Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Cam Gill in tow during the first half of an NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 11, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III scores a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of a preseason NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 11, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates his touchdown reception during an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Friday, Aug. 11, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs the ball during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. The Pittsburgh Steelers won 24-0. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) makes a touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) carries during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs with the ball during an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) Cleveland Browns running back Pierre Strong Jr. (20) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) scores a touchdown over Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II (20) during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates after scoring a touchdown over Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II (20) during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III runs onto the field to warm up before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) looks to make a move in front of Houston Texans safety Brandon Hill (36) during an NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) returns a kickoff during the first half of an NFL exhibition football game against the Buffalo Bills, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Pittsburgh. The Bills won 9-3. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs in motion during the first half of an NFL exhibition football game against the Buffalo Bills, Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Pittsburgh. The Bills won 9-3. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs a route on offense against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Atlanta. The Steelers defeated the Falcons 18-10. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) fields a punt during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Atlanta. The Steelers defeated the Falcons 18-10. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, left, runs with the ball on his way to a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) is hoisted up by center Zach Frazier, bottom, after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs after the catch for a 55 yard touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sep. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) is brought down by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Elijah Molden (22) while crossing the goal line for a 55 yard touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sep. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) high fives fans after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sep. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) is brought down by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Elijah Molden (22) while crossing the goal line for a 55 yard touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sep. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) carries during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs after catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs down the field during a punt return during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Indianapolis. The Colts defeated the Steelers 27-24. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) warms up before playing against the Las Vegas Raiders in an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Las Vegas. Steelers defeated the Raiders 32-13. (AP Photo/Jeff Lewis)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) walks off the field after the Steelers defeat the Las Vegas Raiders 32-13 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Las Vegas.(AP Photo/Jeff Lewis)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) carries against New York Jets cornerback Brandin Echols (26) in the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. The Steelers won 37-15. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) carries during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs a route during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates his touchdown catch with teammates during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) pulls in a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates his touchdown reception in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a touchdown while being brought down by Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II (0) during an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a pass in front of Cleveland Browns safety Grant Delpit (9) during an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) is tackled by Cleveland Browns safety Grant Delpit (9) during an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) signals for a first down during an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III pulls in a pass against Cleveland Browns safety Grant Delpit (9) in the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs a route during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns defeated the Steelers 24-19. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs a route during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns defeated the Steelers 24-19. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a pass during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns defeated the Steelers 24-19. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, right, is congratulated by tight end Pat Freiermuth, left, after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, left, catches a touchdown while defended by Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton, right, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III comes down with a touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) makes a catch for a touchdown against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton (21) during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) makes a catch for a touchdown against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton (21) during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) greets Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) before an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024.. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates a first down catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) looks on while waiting to go onto the field with teammates prior to the NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) looks on prior to the NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Pittsburgh Steelers' Calvin Austin III plays during an NFL football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers' Calvin Austin III plays during an NFL football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, right, makes a catch in front of Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates after a reception during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore, MD. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates after a reception during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore, MD. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) works out before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) carries during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) returns a punt during the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III returns a punt during the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the second half of an NFL football wild card playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the second half of an NFL football wild card playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III reacts after scoring a touchdown on a pass from quarterback Aaron Rodgers during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a touchdown pass from quarterback Aaron Rodgers during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs down the field during an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) during an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis)
Pittsburgh Steelers' Calvin Austin III plays during an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers' Calvin Austin III scores a touchdown during an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) is introduced before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a pass for a touchdown against New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones, back, during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a pass for a touchdown against New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs a route during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs the ball during the NFL football game between Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park stadium in Dublin, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025.(AP Photo/Ian Walton)
Pittsburgh Steelers Calvin Austin III (19) during a return against the Minnesota Vikings during an NFL football game at Croke Park in Dublin, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (Gregory Payan/AP Content Services for the NFL)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) makes his way onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park stadium in Dublin, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) attempts to break away from Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon (25) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Mekhi Blackmon (29) tries to bring down Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs after a catch during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) looks on during warmups for the team's NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs on the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a pass against Baltimore Ravens cornerback Chidobe Awuzie (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) in action during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Baltimore.. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III, right, celebrates with wide receiver Scotty Miller (13) after scoring a touchdown during the second half an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) scores a touchdown during the second half of NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) catches a touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) makes a catch for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) makes a catch for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)
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