The Giants officially ended Calvin Austin 's season on Thursday by placing the wide receiver on injured reserve.
Austin tore the ACL in his right knee while running a route at Tuesday's training camp practice. He was carted off the field.
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He signed a one-year deal with the Giants in the offseason after spending his first four seasons with the Steelers . He totaled 31 catches for 372 yards and three touchdowns last season.
The loss of Austin, who was expected to have a big role as the slot receiver, improves Odell Beckham Jr. 's chances of making the 53-player roster.
