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Former Steelers WR Calvin Austin bids farewell to fans
Austin thanks Pittsburgh fans for their passionate support after signing with the New York Giants in free agency
Mar. 17, 2026 at 1:03am
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Wide receiver Calvin Austin III, who spent his first two NFL seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, posted an emotional farewell video to TikTok thanking Steelers fans for their passionate support after signing with the New York Giants in free agency this offseason.
Why it matters
Austin was a promising young wide receiver for the Steelers, so his departure to the Giants is noteworthy. The video shows his appreciation for the Steelers' loyal fanbase, known as some of the most passionate in the NFL.
The details
In the video, Austin expressed his surprise and gratitude for the warm reception he received from Steelers fans, saying "Ya'll showed out. Thank you. You know what I'm saying? From me to ya'll, I love you guys." He admitted the support almost made him emotional, as he transitions from Pittsburgh to join the Giants' offense.
- On March 17, 2026, Austin posted the farewell video to TikTok.
The players
Calvin Austin III
A wide receiver who spent his first two NFL seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers before signing with the New York Giants in free agency.
John Harbaugh
The head coach of the New York Giants.
Jaxson Dart
The Giants' former rookie sensation quarterback.
What they’re saying
“I'm going to lie, being in Pittsburgh, I definitely knew and felt the love from the people in the city. Whether that was being in the city, training camp, whatever, people know that Pittsburgh fans are passionate. I knew I was going to get a warm reception, but that — I was not expecting that. Ya'll showed out. Thank you. You know what I'm saying? From me to ya'll, I love you guys.”
— Calvin Austin III, Former Steelers Wide Receiver (TikTok)
What’s next
Austin will look to build on his promising start with the Steelers as he joins the Giants' offense, potentially setting himself up for a breakout year with Jaxson Dart at quarterback.
The takeaway
Calvin Austin's emotional farewell video highlights the passion of Steelers fans and the strong connection players can develop with the city of Pittsburgh, even as they move on to new opportunities elsewhere in the NFL.
