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New York Giants wide receiver injury and roster shifts

Overview

New York Giants wide receiver Calvin Austin III is expected to miss the entire 2026 season after suffering a torn ACL in his right knee. The injury, which involved multiple torn ligaments, occurred during a non-contact drill. Austin had been performing strongly during training camp and the preseason, carving out a significant role for the team on both offense and special teams. His injury has altered the team’s depth chart heading into final roster cuts. Darnell Mooney has taken over first-team offensive snaps.

In addition to Austin being placed on injured reserve, the Giants have moved wide receiver Jalin Hyatt to the practice squad after waiving him. Hyatt, a former Biletnikoff Award winner, has seen declining usage since his rookie season.

Odell Beckham Jr. has officially secured a spot on the Giants' 53-man roster for the 2026 season. The 33-year-old wide receiver earned his position following a year of inactivity in 2025, marking a return to the franchise that originally drafted him in 2014. Beckham, who intends to wear his signature number 13, recorded seven receptions for 76 yards across three preseason games. While he is not expected to be the primary target behind players like Malik Nabers and Malachi Fields, he is expected to provide veteran leadership. Beckham noted the personal significance of the move, stating that making the team ‘would mean everything’ to him. His return has also drawn social media attention regarding speculation about his physical appearance, though no official confirmation regarding cosmetic procedures has been made. Additionally, the former LSU standout recently narrated a hype video for his alma mater as the Tigers enter a new era under head coach Lane Kiffin.

Entities

New York Giants · Calvin Austin III · Odell Beckham Jr. · John Harbaugh · Joe Schoen

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Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Odell Beckham Jr. joins Giants roster and narrates LSU hype video

    Odell Beckham Jr. has made the New York Giants' 53-man roster and narrated a hype video for his former college team, LSU, ahead of their season opener under new head coach Lane Kiffin.

  2. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    New York Giants face wide receiver roster changes

    The New York Giants have placed wide receiver Calvin Austin III on injured reserve due to a torn ACL and moved Jalin Hyatt to the practice squad following his release from the active roster.

  3. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 30 sources
    Odell Beckham Jr. makes New York Giants 53-man roster

    Odell Beckham Jr. has made the New York Giants' 53-man roster, returning to the team that drafted him in 2014 after a year away from the NFL.

  4. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Calvin Austin III to miss season with torn ACL

    New York Giants receiver Calvin Austin III will miss the season due to a torn ACL, forcing changes to the team's wide receiver depth and upcoming 53-man roster decisions.

  5. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Odell Beckham Jr. nears New York Giants roster spot after strong camp

    Odell Beckham Jr. is a frontrunner to make the New York Giants' 53-man roster after a strong training camp and a season-ending injury to receiver Calvin Austin III.

  6. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    New York Giants receiver Calvin Austin III out for season with torn ACL

    New York Giants wide receiver Calvin Austin III will miss the 2026 season after suffering a torn ACL during training camp practice on Tuesday.

Sources

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