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Could Odell Beckham Jr. and the Giants team up again in free agency? Despite wide receiver being one of the New York Giants’ most pressing needs, the position has not seen any upgrades this offseason. While the Giants might consider adding talent through the free agency market, they’re likely to wait until the draft to make significant moves at wide receiver.

This summer, a notable free agent to watch is veteran wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who announced his departure from the Baltimore Ravens on social media this week. The Giants selected Beckham in the first round of the 2014 draft, and the franchise may be considering a reunion.

Beckham’s professional career is nearing its end. If he secures a multi-year deal this offseason, it will likely be his last. More plausibly, Beckham might sign a one-year contract in free agency to temporarily strengthen a team’s receiving corps.

A one-year contract for Beckham could be a smart move for the Giants. It would add an experienced pass-catcher to the starting lineup, paving the way for a rookie receiver to join the group.

However, Beckham has evolved as a player since his time in New York. His last 1,000-yard season was in 2019. Since then, he has taken on a more supporting role and has suffered multiple career-impacting injuries.

In 2023, Beckham caught 35 passes on 64 targets for 565 yards and three touchdowns in 14 games. An ACL tear kept him out for the entire 2022 season, so he hasn’t played since 2021. Despite needing some time to adjust, he demonstrated in the latter half of last season that he could still contribute effectively to a passing offense.

Bringing back Beckham could also help the Giants win over fans, especially after losing Saquon Barkley to free agency. Barkley was seen by many as the face of the team. While it’s hard to gauge Beckham’s current fan base in New York City, his contentious tenure ended in 2019.

Considering their limited salary cap space, Beckham’s likely high contract demands, and his desire to join a competitive team in 2024, it’s unlikely the Giants will sign him. Despite some fans’ excitement, this reunion probably won’t happen this offseason.