Odell Beckham Jr. fights for spot on Giants' roster ahead of cuts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Odell Beckham Jr. is vying for a roster spot on the New York Giants' 53-man team ahead of the deadline on August 30. After signing with the Giants on June 1, Beckham returned to the team that drafted him, competing in a crowded receiving group. He recorded seven catches for 76 yards in preseason games but finds himself on the roster bubble due to stiff competition. The Giants are expected to announce their final roster decisions by 6 p.m. ET on August 30.
- •Beckham signed a one-year, $1.3 million contract with the Giants.
- •The Giants have 11 receivers on their 90-man roster currently.
- •Calvin Austin III suffered a season-ending ACL injury.
- •Giants' roster announcement is due by 6 p.m. ET on August 30.
- •Beckham last played in the 2024 NFL season with the Dolphins.
- 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Did Odell Beckham Jr. make the Giants? Latest updates as roster cuts loom
"Odell Beckham Jr. is looking to lock down a spot on the Giants' 53-man roster. Will he make the team, or will he get cut? Here are the latest updates.
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