Austin has appeared in exactly eight regular-season games with the Saints in back-to-back years, totaling 24 receptions for 291 yards and one touchdown on 45 targets across those 16 contests. The Notre Dame product has shown he can contribute within coach Kellen Moore's offensive scheme when given opportunities, but a lack of special-teams ability works against him as he competes for a depth role behind top WRs Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson and Devaughn Vele. With a crowded receiver room and limited versatility, Austin's most realistic path to contributing in 2026 may be earning a spot on the practice squad.