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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 26, 2026Miami-Dade

Giants receiver Calvin Austin out for season with torn ACL

New York Giants wide receiver Calvin Austin will miss the entire upcoming season due to a torn ACL in his right knee. The team is currently evaluating internal roster options, including Darnell Mooney, Odell Beckham Jr., and Braxton Berrios, to fill the vacancy.

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Why It Matters

The injury removes a key offensive player from the Giants' roster, forcing the team to reallocate playing time and roster spots among other wide receivers for the duration of the season.

Key Facts

  • Calvin Austin has a torn ACL in his right knee and will miss the entire season.
  • Austin was signed to a $1.5 million contract for the current season.
  • Darnell Mooney has moved into Austin's spot with the first-team offense.
  • Malik Nabers is recovering from a previous ACL tear and is targeting a return for the September 13 game against Dallas.
  • Austin recorded 89 catches for 1,140 yards and nine touchdowns over his first three seasons.
  • The Giants are considering Odell Beckham Jr. and Braxton Berrios for roster spots following the injury.

Who's Mentioned

personBrandon Brown“Assistant general manager”personOdell Beckham Jr.“Giants wide receiver”personJaxson Dart“Giants starting quarterback”personJohn Harbaugh“Giants coach”personBraxton Berrios“Giants punt returner”personMalik Nabers“Giants wide receiver”organizationNew York Giants“NFL team”personCalvin Austin“Giants wide receiver sidelined by injury”personDarnell Mooney“Giants wide receiver”