Giants WR Calvin Austin Suffers Torn ACL, Ending Season

The New York Giants will be without wide receiver Calvin Austin for the upcoming season after he sustained a torn ACL during practice on Tuesday. The injury occurred in a non-contact situation, leading to Austin being carted off the field.

Austin had joined the Giants this offseason on a one-year contract and was anticipated to play a key role alongside Malik Nabers and Darius Slayton. With his injury, the team will need to adjust its wide receiver strategy, potentially considering new additions to the roster.

Malik Nabers is expected to return for Week 1 after recovering from his own ACL injury last season. Additionally, the situation may open up opportunities for Odell Beckham Jr., whose chances of making the team had been uncertain due to his lack of special teams experience.