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Odell Beckham Jr. placed lower on Giants' depth chart for season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 3:03 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Odell Beckham Jr. placed lower on Giants' depth chart for season opener

Summary

Odell Beckham Jr. is active for the New York Giants' season opener against the Dallas Cowboys on September 14, 2026. After not playing an NFL game in 2025, Beckham returns to action with his original team but does not rank highly on the Giants' wide receiver depth chart. Malik Nabers and Darnell Mooney are currently ahead of him, suggesting Beckham may have a limited role in the game. Despite his challenges with injuries and past performances, there is anticipation surrounding his return, fueling nostalgia for his previous success with the Giants.

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Status Watch

•Beckham returns to the Giants after two years since his last game.
•He did not play in 2025 and had a limited role in 2024.
•Malik Nabers is the top receiver on the Giants' depth chart.
•Beckham's limited target share is expected in the season opener.
•Giants face the Dallas Cowboys, a key matchup for the season.

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What they're saying

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The last time Odell Beckham Jr. played in an NFL regular season game before Sunday night was two years ago for the Miami Dolphins. At the time, OBJ was a shell of his former self. Injuries have taken a toll on the former superstar as his career has gone on, and they seemed to even […] The post Is Odell Beckham Jr. Playing Tonight? Why Ex-Dolphins WR Isn’t Featured on Giants Depth Chart appeared first on HEAVY.
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