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Giants Sign Calvin Austin III to One-Year Deal Reported at $1.5 Million, Incentives to $4.5 Million

New York addresses a need for slot speed following Wan'Dale Robinson's exit.

Overview

  • Agents Drew Rosenhaus and Kyle Lincoln told ESPN's Adam Schefter that Austin agreed to a one-year contract with the Giants.
  • Multiple outlets report a $1.5 million base with incentives up to $4.5 million, with guarantees described between roughly $100,000 and $200,000.
  • Austin is expected to compete for snaps in the slot and for the punt-return job, adding a field-stretching element to the offense.
  • The former fourth-round pick leaves Pittsburgh after three seasons in which he logged 84 receptions for 1,110 yards and eight touchdowns.
  • His recent production includes 31 catches for 372 yards and three touchdowns in 2025 and a punt-return touchdown in 2024, while the Steelers reshape their receiver room after adding Michael Pittman Jr.