Wed Dec 25 19:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Steelers’ Rising Star Calvin Austin III Aims for Christmas Day Glory Against Chiefs
**Pittsburgh, PA** – As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, all eyes are on the star players. However, one player quietly making a name for himself is wide receiver and punt returner, Calvin Austin III. Austin, drafted in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL draft, is looking to make a significant impact after overcoming a foot injury that sidelined him his rookie season.
Despite missing his first season, Austin has shown promise in his second year, starting six of fifteen games and accumulating over 500 receiving yards and four touchdowns. His contributions extend beyond receiving, as he is a key player on special teams.
Austin’s four-year, $4.1 million rookie contract includes a $500,000 signing bonus. In 2024, his base salary is $985,000, with additional performance-based incentives. His current estimated net worth is $3.7 million. While endorsement deals are not yet publicly known, his rising performance could soon attract lucrative opportunities.
The Steelers are hoping Austin can be a key factor in their game against the Chiefs, a team they are looking to defeat to bolster their playoff hopes. Whether he lives up to the hype and becomes a “secret weapon” remains to be seen, but his performance this season has certainly raised expectations for the young player.
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