Odell Beckham Jr. Returns to New York Giants for Workouts, Completes Physical
Odell Beckham Jr. Has returned to the New York Giants facility for training sessions and completed a mandatory physical examination, according to multiple sources close to the team. The wide receiver, who last played for the Giants in 2018 before being traded to the Cleveland Browns, has been working out with the team’s offensive staff as he explores potential opportunities for the upcoming NFL season.
Beckham’s return to East Rutherford comes amid ongoing speculation about his future in the league. The 31-year-old veteran has been a free agent since the conclusion of the 2023 season, during which he split time between the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins, appearing in a combined 12 games with 35 receptions for 419 yards and two touchdowns.
According to team sources who spoke on condition of anonymity, Beckham participated in on-field drills and classroom sessions with Giants quarterbacks and receivers coaches. The workouts were described as informal and not part of any official tryout or contract discussion, though they signal the player’s continued interest in rejoining the organization where he spent his first five NFL seasons.
The physical examination, a standard requirement for any player considering a return to team activities, was conducted by the Giants’ medical staff at their Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Sources confirmed the exam included cardiovascular screening, mobility assessments, and a review of Beckham’s injury history, particularly focusing on his recovery from a torn ACL suffered in Week 7 of the 2020 season while with the Browns.
Beckham’s injury history has been a significant factor in his recent career trajectory. After the ACL tear, he missed the remainder of the 2020 season and all of 2021 while rehabilitating. He returned to action in 2022 with the Los Angeles Rams, contributing to their Super Bowl LVI victory before being traded to the Ravens midway through the 2023 season.
The Giants’ current receiving corps features established veterans like Wan’Dale Robinson and emerging talents such as Jalin Hyatt and Isaiah Hodgins. Beckham’s potential return would add a proven playmaker to a unit that has struggled with consistency in recent seasons, though questions remain about his long-term durability and fit within the team’s offensive scheme under head coach Brian Daboll.
As of the latest reports, no formal contract discussions have taken place between Beckham and the Giants organization. The workouts and physical are being viewed as exploratory in nature, allowing both parties to assess compatibility without any immediate commitment.
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