The Bills cut Austin from their practice squad Thursday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Austin was dismissed from the Bills' practice squad Thursday after the team was given a practice squad exemption for the 32-year-old Wednesday. Across nine NFL seasons, Austin has recorded 244 receptions, 2,239 yards and 16 touchdowns, while he's also added 199 rushes for 1,361 yards and 10 more scores in that span. However, the 176-pounder has proven to be an effective return specialist throughout his career, as he's amassed 1,515 total punt-return yards. Austin could still provide the same boost as a returner for another team if given the opportunity.

The Bills were given a practice squad exemption for Austin on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Austin previously signed with Buffalo's practice squad after failing to carve out a roster spot in the team's crowded wide receiver corps this preseason. The 32-year-old caught 24 of his 37 targets for 213 yards and a touchdown over 13 games with Jacksonville last season, marking his most significant usage in the passing game since 2016 with the Rams. Austin totaled 1,515 punt-return yards and 1,361 rushing yards during his first nine seasons in the NFL, and his best value may come in a similar specialist role moving forward.

Austin signed with the Bills' practice squad Wednesday, Alec White of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Austin didn't garner much interest on the open market after being released by Buffalo, so he'll settle for a spot on the practice squad. He fills a similar gadget role to the one occupied by Isaiah McKenzie (undisclosed), so Austin's best chance at getting a shot with the Bills during the season would likely be in the event of a McKenzie injury.

Austin was released by the Bills on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

The Bills have a whole host of promising receivers competing for limited spots, and several of the younger players have simply shined more than the 2013 first-round pick this summer. Austin's best bet to latching on with another team may be finding a home where a capable punt returner is needed.

The Bills signed Austin to a one-year contract Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Austin will get a chance to compete for a role in Buffalo's high-octane offense heading into his age-31 season. The veteran appeared in 13 games with the Jaguars last year and managed 24 catches for 213 yards and one touchdown on 37 targets. If he can log a strong offseason, Austin could find himself vying with Isaiah McKenzie and Khalil Shakir for depth opportunities. Austin also offers the ability to return punts.

Austin (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.

EDGE Analysis

Austin played at least 60 percent of the offensive snaps the past two games but won't suit up for Sunday's season finale. The 31-year-old is once again set to become a free agent after totaling 24 catches for 213 yards and one touchdown to go along with three carries for 21 yards this season. Jaydon Mickens and Josh Hammond will compete for reps as Jacksonville's No. 4 wideout Week 18.

Austin caught three of four targets for two yards during Sunday's 50-10 loss to the Patriots.

EDGE Analysis

Austin finished third on the team in targets and second in receptions Sunday, but it didn't result in any worthwhile yardage. The 31-year-old predictably fell back to earth after posting 89 yards from scrimmage last week, and he'll enter Week 18 with 24 catches for 213 yards and one touchdown through 13 games this season.

Austin caught six of seven targets for 68 yards and had three carries for 21 yards during Sunday's 26-21 loss to the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

The 31-year-old finished second on the team in targets, receptions and yardage as he played 59 percent of the offensive snaps with Laviska Shenault (shoulder/foot) sidelined on the reserve/COVID-19 list. The 89 yards from scrimmage is by far Austin's best production of the season, but he should be expected to replicate it across the final two weeks of the season, regardless of his role.

Austin caught three of five targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 20-0 loss at Tennessee.

EDGE Analysis

Austin saw his most playing time (26 offensive snaps) since Week 8 and tied a season high with five targets, but he was unable to turn those looks into anything notable. The journeyman wideout has 14 receptions for 132 yards and one touchdown in 10 games this season.

Austin caught both his targets for 21 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

Austin reached the end zone for the first time since 2019 on a seven-yard reception during the third quarter, which was Jacksonville's only touchdown of the contest. The 31-year-old is entrenched as the team's No. 4 wideout and played only 13 of 73 offensive snaps Sunday, so he doesn't have much fantasy appeal in his current role.