Odell Beckham returns to play for Giants in preseason opener
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 10:13 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is set to play in the preseason opener against the Vikings on Saturday. This marks Beckham's first game in more than two years, with his most recent action occurring in January 2024 while with the Ravens. Since being drafted by the Giants, this will be Beckham's first game back after last playing for them on December 2, 2018. Coach John Harbaugh confirmed the decision on Wednesday, while also postponing questions regarding the starting quarterback for the game.
- •Beckham plays first game for Giants since December 2018.
- •Last game action was in January 2024 with Baltimore.
- •Coach Harbaugh announced Beckham's participation on Wednesday.
- •Beckham is listed as third string on the Giants' depth chart.
- •Preseason opener against the Vikings takes place Saturday.
- 10:13 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. shows he can contribute in Giants' preseason opener with roster crunch looming
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- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham Jr. to play in the Giants' preseason opener vs. the Vikings, John Harbaugh says
- 8:32 PMYahoo Sports — Odell Beckham will play in the Giants' preseason opener Saturday
"Odell Beckham Jr. is set to play a game in a New York Giants uniform for the first time in nearly six years. While it is an exhibition game, it marks another milestone for the venerated wide receiver on his homecoming tour. Coach John Harbaugh expects Beckham to play in the team's preseason opener against Minnesota at home on Saturday.
"Odell Beckham Jr. had the MetLife crowd on its feet when he checked in on Saturday for the Giants' preseason opener and showed he can contribute, but needs to prove he deserves a roster spot.
"New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will play in the preseason as he fights for a roster spot.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 10:13 PMOdell Beckham Jr. shows he can contribute in Giants' preseason opener with roster crunch looming
Odell Beckham Jr. had the MetLife crowd on its feet when he checked in on Saturday for the Giants' preseason opener and showed he can contribute, but needs to prove he deserves a roster spot.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 11:25 PMWR Odell Beckham Jr. To Play in Preseason for Giants
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will play in the preseason as he fights for a roster spot.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 10:25 PMOdell Beckham Jr. to play in the Giants' preseason opener vs. the Vikings, John Harbaugh says
Odell Beckham Jr. is set to play a game in a New York Giants uniform for the first time in nearly six years. While it is an exhibition game, it marks another milestone for the venerated wide receiver on his homecoming tour. Coach John Harbaugh expects Beckham to play in the team's preseason opener against Minnesota at home on Saturday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 8:32 PMOdell Beckham will play in the Giants' preseason opener Saturday
Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will play his first game in more than two years on Saturday.
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