Giants Sign Speedster Austin

0:00It's March 17 for the NFL. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The New York Giants lost slot receiver Wandaile Robinson to the Tennessee Titans in free agency because they could not match his price. To fill the gap, they quickly signed Calvin Austin III from the Pittsburgh Steelers. This small but speedy player stands 5 foot 9 and weighs 162 pounds, yet he brings explosive traits to the Giants' offense. For the first week of free agency, the Giants targeted Austin for his standout skills from last season. He shines as a putt returner with the burst to break big plays and consistently flip field position. His straight line speed also makes him a deep threat from the slot, stretching defenses and opening lanes for teammates underneath. Fans and analysts see Austin as a high upside addition who can compete for return duties on punts and kicks. His ability to get behind secondary's forces, safety is to play deeper. Using the Giants' short passing game, with players like Malik neighbors and running backs.

1:03In New York, he will get more chances to showcase these strengths than he did in Pittsburgh. One clear weakness is Austin's lack of size and physicality when blocking. He often bounces off defenders, which limits his snaps and run plays or play action sets. While the Giants likely will not ask him to block much, it remains a perimeter issue they must manage. Austin needs to build endurance this off season to run deep routes play after play. With veterans like Darius Sladen and Darno Mooney also stretching the field, he fits as a vertical specialist, keeping defenses honest while others, work the middle. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor, see the description. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I. SullyPillow.com Made in A-I