Overview

• Calvin Austin III has missed practices since August 2 and sat out the opener after being diagnosed with a minor abdominal/core muscle injury.
• Head coach Mike Tomlin describes the wide receiver’s condition as day-to-day and says he has shown positive progress in rehabilitation.
• Agent Rodney Williams confirmed that the injury is the sole reason Austin has not been on the field.
• Despite the setback, Austin remains listed as a starter opposite DK Metcalf on the depth chart and is expected to be ready for the regular season.
• Roman Wilson, Scotty Miller and other receivers have received extra preseason reps as the team evaluates depth in Austin’s absence.