Odell Beckham Jr. earns roster spot with the New York Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Odell Beckham Jr. has secured a spot on the New York Giants' 53-man roster for the upcoming season. The 34-year-old wide receiver signed a one-year veteran minimum contract this summer after being out of the league throughout 2025. During the preseason, he recorded seven catches for 76 yards while battling through inconsistent play that included dropped passes and an interception. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed the veteran receiver played well enough during camp to earn his place on the team. This signing marks the return of the player to the franchise where he began his career and earned Offensive Rookie of the Year honors in 2014.
- •Odell Beckham Jr. returns to the New York Giants after last playing for the team in 2018.
- •The receiver signed a one-year veteran minimum deal worth 1.3 million dollars on June 1.
- •He recorded seven preseason catches for 76 yards.
- •Coach John Harbaugh stated the player earned his position through consistent improvement during training camp.
- 9:49 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. making the Giants is one of the coolest stories of the NFL season
"Odell Beckham Jr. was a star during his first stint with the Giants.
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