John Harbaugh didn't pour water on the possibility of the New York Giants bringing back star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. In fact, the Giants' first-year head coach added some fuel to the idea that Beckham could potentially close his NFL career out with the team that drafted him.
Key takeaways
Quick scan — what you need to know:
- John Harbaugh didn't pour water on the possibility of the New York Giants bringing back star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.
- In fact, the Giants' first-year head coach added some fuel to the idea that Beckham could potentially close his NFL career out with the team that drafted him.
- "The obvious pat answer would be you look at every option, and if Odell is an option, we'll be looking at him for sure," Harbaugh told reporters when asked about the possibility of signing Beckham…
- Beckham, 33, didn't play in the NFL in the 2025 season, remaining unsigned for the entire year following a stint with the Miami Dolphins as he was also suspended six games for violating the league's…
Background
What led here, in plain terms:
- However, he has indicated that he'd like to play another season in the NFL.
- His showing at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic earlier in March also sparked chatter about him potentially signing with a team for the 2026 season, with Beckham telling reporters after the event…
- While Beckham emerged as one of the NFL's top receivers during his Giants tenure, he also has a connection to New York's next head coach.
- Harbaugh coached Beckham when the wide receiver was with the Baltimore Ravens for the 2023 season.
Why it matters
Why readers and decision-makers should care:
- While Malik Nabers might be one of the top wide receivers in the league, he's returning from an ACL tear that ended his second season prematurely.
- The team also lost veteran wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson in free agency, but signed Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin.
- They also added tight end Isaiah Likely, signing him on a three-year deal from the Ravens.