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Steelers place Austin & Kazee on IR, bring back Allen & Scott

The Steelers announced Thursday they've placed Calvin Austin III and Damontae Kazee on the Reserve/Injured List.

Kazee's trip to IR was not a surprise. He injured his wrist in the preseason finale against the Lions, and isn't expected to return for at least another four to six weeks.

There was speculation Austin may avoid a trip to IR, though he missed all of the preseason with a foot injury. He was trending in the right direction in his recovery, but the writing was on the wall when the Steelers kept seven receivers on Tuesday's initial 53-man roster.