Odell Beckham Jr. has secured a spot on the New York Giants’ 53-player roster, marking a notable return to the franchise where he launched his NFL career, according to reporting by ESPN journalist Jordan Raanan. After missing the entire 2025 season due to injuries and a period without a contract, the 33-year-old wide receiver earned his place during training camp under head coach John Harbaugh.
Securing the Roster Spot in New York
Beckham’s path back to the Giants required proving his fitness and form after sitting out the 2025 campaign. This move brings Beckham back to the organization that drafted him in 2014 and where he played through the 2018 season.
A Storied Franchise History and Career Trajectory
In his 2014 rookie season, he earned NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year honors while averaging a league-best 108.8 receiving yards per game. His career with the Giants also featured his iconic one-handed touchdown catch against the Dallas Cowboys on November 23, 2014, a play that cemented his global profile in professional football.
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Following his departure from New York in 2018, Beckham’s career journey included stints with the Cleveland Browns, the Los Angeles Rams—where he won Super Bowl LVI—the Baltimore Ravens, and the Miami Dolphins. During the 2024 season with Miami, he recorded nine receptions across nine games for 55 total yards. He subsequently missed the 2022 and 2025 seasons while managing injuries and navigating free agency before landing this latest opportunity with the Giants.
Next Steps for the Giants
With the 53-player roster finalized, Beckham and the Giants turn their focus toward the upcoming regular-season schedule.
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