Odell Beckham Jr. discusses Giants release, reflects on missed opportunities
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:49 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Odell Beckham Jr. publicly addressed his release from the New York Giants for the first time on October 3, 2026, expressing disappointment over his limited participation. After playing only 20 snaps and not recording any receptions through the first three games, Beckham remarked that the Giants used his return to generate fan interest without intending to utilize him effectively. He acknowledged feeling hurt by the decision, particularly regarding the impact on his young son, who was unaware of the situation. Beckham suggested that he could have made a more significant impact on another team this season. The Giants have since signed Braxton Berrios to fill Beckham's spot on the roster.
- •Beckham played 20 snaps with no receptions before his release.
- •He commented on Instagram that the Giants used him for monetary gain.
- •Beckham expressed disappointment over the impact on his son.
- •The Giants signed Braxton Berrios to replace Beckham on the roster.
- •Beckham is currently unsigned and seeking another NFL opportunity.
- 5:49 PMCBS Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. addresses Giants cutting him: 'I shoulda known better'
- 5:46 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. comments on Giants release: 'Gave me the run [along]'
"Odell Beckham Jr. spoke about his release from the New York Giants for the first time in a lengthy comment posted to Instagram.
"In his first public comments since being released, Beckham said the Giants "won" from the attention surrounding his return
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External links- CBS SportsOct 4, 2026, 5:49 PMOdell Beckham Jr. addresses Giants cutting him: 'I shoulda known better'
In his first public comments since being released, Beckham said the Giants "won" from the attention surrounding his return
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 5:46 PMOdell Beckham Jr. comments on Giants release: 'Gave me the run [along]'
Odell Beckham Jr. spoke about his release from the New York Giants for the first time in a lengthy comment posted to Instagram.
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