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Vikings sign Odell Beckham Jr. to practice squad amid injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 5:06 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Vikings sign Odell Beckham Jr. to practice squad amid injuries

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings have signed Odell Beckham Jr. to their practice squad as of October 8, 2026. This move comes following Beckham's short stint with the New York Giants, where he played only three games. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reached out to Beckham immediately after his release, expressing a strong desire to bring him to Minnesota. With injuries affecting the receiving corps, including Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, Beckham could make his debut against the New Orleans Saints in Week 5.

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•Odell Beckham Jr. signed to Vikings practice squad on October 8, 2026.
•Kevin O'Connell contacted Beckham after Giants released him.
•Vikings are currently undefeated at 4-0.
•Injuries to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison create a potential opportunity for Beckham.
•Vikings prepare for Week 5 matchup against New Orleans Saints.

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5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings’ Odell Beckham Jr. gets 100% real about Kevin O’Connell’s gesture

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Odell Beckham Jr. has found his next NFL opportunity after his short-lived return to the New York Giants came to an end. The Minnesota Vikings announced Wednesday that they have signed the veteran wide receiver to their practice squad . Meanwhile, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell’s personal gesture toward Beckham Jr. appears to have left a strong […] The post Vikings’ Odell Beckham Jr. gets 100% real about Kevin O’Connell’s gesture appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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