Odell Beckham Jr. returns to Giants, seeks to earn roster spot
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Odell Beckham Jr. returned to the New York Giants on June 3, seven years after being traded to the Cleveland Browns. He described the experience as 'surreal' and emphasized his intention to earn a role on the team rather than having one guaranteed. Beckham, now 33, aims to mentor younger players, specifically mentioning first-round draft pick Malik Nabers. He has signed a one-year, non-guaranteed contract worth $1.3 million, following a year away from football in 2025. Beckham is focused on readjusting to the game during OTAs and building chemistry with new quarterback Jaxson Dart.
- •Beckham called his return 'surreal' during a media appearance.
- •He signed a one-year deal worth $1.3 million with the Giants.
- •Beckham aims to mentor younger players like Malik Nabers.
- •He seeks to prove he can still contribute after a year off.
- •Beckham is working to build chemistry with quarterback Jaxson Dart.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. on New York Giants return: 'I had to do this'
- 7:44 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. talks 'surreal' return to Giants, looks back at first tenure
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. explains new role in 'surreal' Giants reunion: 'I'm here to earn it'
"Seven years after he was traded by the Giants to the Cleveland Browns, Odell Beckham Jr. stood in front of members of the media wearing Giants gear in what he called a “surreal” experience.
"Odell Beckham Jr. is back with the Giants after seven seasons elsewhere. But he will have to earn his role. Here's what to know about how Beckham views this opportunity.
"Odell Beckham Jr. was left "unsettled in his soul" after being traded by the New York Giants, so he feels he "had to" return.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 4:01 PMOdell Beckham Jr. on New York Giants return: 'I had to do this'
Odell Beckham Jr. was left "unsettled in his soul" after being traded by the New York Giants, so he feels he "had to" return.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 7:44 PMOdell Beckham Jr. talks 'surreal' return to Giants, looks back at first tenure
Seven years after he was traded by the Giants to the Cleveland Browns, Odell Beckham Jr. stood in front of members of the media wearing Giants gear in what he called a “surreal” experience.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 7:43 PMOdell Beckham Jr. explains new role in 'surreal' Giants reunion: 'I'm here to earn it'
Odell Beckham Jr. is back with the Giants after seven seasons elsewhere. But he will have to earn his role. Here's what to know about how Beckham views this opportunity.
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