Odell Beckham Jr.

Odell Beckham Jr. Catches TD In Playoff Win Over Arizona

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. caught all four of his targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 34-11 Wild-Card Round win over the Arizona Cardinals. Rams QB Matthew Stafford connected with Beckham for a four-yard touchdown during the team's second offensive drive. The former Cleveland Brown has now scored in four of his last five games. Since joining the Rams, Beckham has hauled in 31 receptions for 359 yards and six touchdowns over nine games. The 29-year-old will have a vital role as one of Stafford's top targets in Sunday's NFC Divisional-Round matchup versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Jan 18 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Scores In Week 17

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has seemingly settled into a consistent role, and he played well again in Week 17 against the Baltimore Ravens. Beckham caught five of his seven targets for 39 yards and a touchdown. Beckham has now caught a touchdown in five of his last six games, and he's clearly the WR2 on this team with at least five targets in all but two games. His only real poor performance was his first game with LA when he was still learning the offense. Beckham is still lacking for the high ceiling that fantasy managers would like to see out of him in an explosive offense, but if you're slotting him into your flex spot, you could be doing a whole lot worse.

Jan 2 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Scores In Week 16

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had a miserable game a week ago, but he was able to bounce back in Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings. Beckham caught four of his eight targets for 37 yards and a touchdown on the day. Beckham's eight targets were the second-most on the team and the second-most targets that he had seen since he joined the Rams back in Week 10. He's clearly settled into the WR2 role in this offense, and he's a little less reliant on big plays than teammate Van Jefferson. Beckham remains inconsistent as a fantasy option, but his volume makes him a flex play every week in a high-scoring offense.

Dec 26 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. - Week 15 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was dealing with COVID-19 last week, but he's active against the Seattle Seahawks after testing negative and should have strong flex value for Week 15 on Tuesday. After scoring just 3.8 fantasy points in his Rams debut, Beckham has put up double-digit points in each of his last three games while scoring a touchdown in each of those matchups. The Seahawks are one of the better teams against opposing pass-catchers this year, as they're allowing the 10th-fewest points to opposing wideouts. Beckham has seen five or more targets in each of the last three games, though, and he's seen consistent enough volume to have confidence in him as a flex play.

Dec 20 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Taken Off COVID List

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has been removed from the COVID list on Saturday. That means, Beckham will be available for Tuesday's Week 15 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The Pro Bowl wideout has been finding his groove with his new team lately. In fact, Beckham has scored a touchdown in each of his last three games. Although, he could have trouble keeping that streak alive against Seattle. A defense that has not allowed a receiving touchdown over the last five weeks. Despite that, fantasy managers should consider Beckham a low-end WR2 for this matchup.

Dec 18 · Source via

Rams Enter NFL's Intensive COVID-19 Protocols

The Los Angeles Rams have closed their training facility and have entered the league's intensive COVID-19 protocols on Tuesday. The Rams placed six players on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday, including wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., nose tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day, defensive back Terrell Burgess, tight end Brycen Hopkins, defensive back JuJu Hughes and offensive lineman Alaric Jackson. There's a good chance that more players will end up with positive tests on the Rams in the coming days. While Beckham has a chance to play in Week 15 if he's vaccinated and returns two negative tests 24 hours apart, there's a good chance he won't be available, so fantasy managers need to plan accordingly.

Dec 14 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Tests Positive For COVID-19

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, just one day after cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight end Tyler Higbee were placed on the COVID-19 list. The Rams have now closed their practice facility and have entered intensive protocols as a result of a number of positive tests. Just as Beckham was starting to get more comfortable in the offense, his status is now in question for Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. If he is vaccinated, he must register two negative tests within 24 hours to be eligible to play in Week 15. If he is unvaccinated, he will miss a minimum of 10 days which would knock him out of the lineup on Sunday. This is a situation to monitor as we head into the fantasy playoffs, as there could be more positive tests for the Rams in the coming days.

Dec 14 · Source via

Darrell Henderson Jr., Odell Beckham Jr. Officially Active

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (hip) and running back Darrell Henderson Jr. (thigh) are both active for Sunday's meeting with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jay Glazer reported that Henderson will serve as the backup to Sony Michel, so fantasy managers should likely avoid playing Henderson if possible. As for Beckham, this is a Jaguars secondary that he can take advantage of, though there are a lot of mouths to feed in L.A., so consider him a WR3 play.

Dec 5 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Heading For Bigger Role In Week 13

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (hip) is expected to play against the Jaguars on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 29-year-old has appeared in two games since signing with Los Angeles. During this time, he has caught seven passes for 99 yards, though the majority of that came just last week against the Packers. Beckham, whom Rapoport believes "should be a bigger part of the offense" on Sunday, ranks in the high-to-mid WR3 territory.

Dec 5 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Expects To Play Sunday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (hip), who is questionable for Week 13 against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a hip-pointer injury, said he expects to play on Sunday. "Been through worse!" Beckham said. The fact that the 29-year-old returned to a limited practice on Friday after sitting out Thursday's session also bodes well for his status this weekend. After playing in 98% of the offensive snaps and catching five of a season-high targets for 81 yards and his first touchdown of the year, Beckham can now safely be considered LA's No. 2 receiver behind Cooper Kupp. The Rams may not have to throw much to win easily against the Jags, but Jacksonville is giving up the sixth-most fantasy points to wideouts in the last three weeks. Beckham will be a solid WR3/flex asset this weekend with upside for more.

Dec 3 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Up In The Air For Sunday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (hip) didn't practice on Thursday with his hip injury, and his status for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars is now up in the air, according to a source. Beckham's hip-pointer injury isn't considered a major issue, but there are some questions about his availability in Week 13. Expect to see OBJ listed as questionable on the final injury report. It's not what his fantasy managers want to see after he played 98% of the offensive snaps and scored his first touchdown of the season in the Week 12 loss to the Green Bay Packers. He's gone from being an upside WR3/flex in a great matchup against the Jaguars to a risky WR3/flex because of the injury. If Beckham doesn't play, Van Jefferson would be an upside flex option as the No. 2 receiver behind Cooper Kupp.

Dec 3 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Downgraded On Thursday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (hip) was limited in practice on Wednesday, but he was downgraded to a DNP on Thursday. However, head coach Sean McVay noted on Wednesday that he believes that Beckham will be active on Sunday to face the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 29-year-old is dealing with a hip pointer and should be able to play through the issue. OBJ played 98% of the offensive snaps in his second game with the Rams in the Week 12 loss to the Green Bay Packers and caught five of 10 targets for a season-high 81 yards and his first touchdown of the year. It's clear that LA wants Beckham to be the No. 2 receiver behind Cooper Kupp, and the former Cleveland Brown will be a strong WR3/flex against a Jacksonville defense that has allowed the eighth-most fantasy points per game to the wide receiver position in 2021.

Dec 2 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Limited In Wednesday's Practice

Los Angeles Rams wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. (hip) and Ben Skowronek (back) were both limited in practice on Wednesday. Beckham suffered a hip pointer in the Week 12 loss to the Green Bay Packers, but he should be able to play through the pain in a great Week 13 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 29-year-old played 98% of the offensive snaps in his second game with the team coming off their bye week, and it resulted in five catches on a season-high 10 targets for 81 yards and his first touchdown of the season. After last week's game, it's clear that OBJ will be the No. 2 wideout behind Cooper Kupp now that he has a better grasp of the playbook. Beckham will be an upside WR3/flex in his third game this weekend against Jacksonville.

Dec 1 · Source via

Rams Expect Odell Beckham Jr. To Play A Big Role In Week 12

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that he expects wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to play a big role in Week 12 against the Green Bay Packers in just his second game with the team. It comes after a report on Tuesday where McVay said that Beckham's involvement in the offense was still a "work in progress." Believe what you will, but OBJ did have last week's bye to gain a better understanding of the team's playbook, so we would expect him to be on the field more than the 15 offensive snaps he played in his debut in Week 10 when he caught two of three targets for only 18 yards. The Packers defense has been pretty solid against wideouts this year, but Beckham has the opportunity to become the Rams No. 2 receiver down the stretch, which at the very least makes him a great bench stash until he proves he's ready for a bigger role.

Nov 24 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. A Work In Progress In Rams Offense

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. remains "a work in progress" as it pertains to the team's efforts to incorporate him more into the offense after his uneventful debut on Monday Night Football in Week 10. Beckham is also still working through a shoulder injury that had him limited in practices with the Cleveland Browns before he was released. OBJ played only 27% of the offensive snaps in his debut with LA two weeks ago, and he had two catches for 18 yards. He should be more involved in Week 12 against the Green Bay Packers, but from McVay's comments, fantasy managers shouldn't suddenly expect Beckham to be heavily targeted in just his second game with the team. He'll be a volatile WR4/flex.

Nov 23 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Hardly Sees The Field Monday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. made his debut with the Rams in Week 10 against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night, but he was unable to do much in his debut. Beckham caught two of his three targets for 18 yards on the night. Beckham had just one practice with the team, and that affected the number of snaps he saw, especially with the Rams offense going with no huddle for the of the game down multiple scores. He should be more involved moving forward coming out of the team's Week 11 bye, but this game was one to forget for him. With Robert Woods (knee) out for the remainder of the year, Beckham will have the opportunity to seize the WR2 role in this offense in the second half of the season.

Nov 15 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr., Ben Skowronek Active Monday Night

Los Angeles Rams wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Ben Skowronek (thigh) are both active on Monday night against the San Francisco 49ers. Beckham and the rookie Skowronek should both have a role in the offense with Robert Woods (knee) now done for the rest of the season. However, Cooper Kupp has been the most targeted receiver in the league, and second-year wideout Van Jefferson should also have an expanded role, so temper expectations for both Beckham (making his Rams debut) and Skowronek against San Francisco. Beckham disappointed with the Cleveland Browns before getting waived, but he was also dealing with a shoulder injury and was in a low-volume passing attack. Suddenly in one of the best offenses in football, his rest-of-season arrow is pointing up and he should be rostered in all leagues.

Nov 15 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. To Be Involved On Monday Night

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is expected to get some work during Monday Night Football versus San Francisco. The veteran was recently brought in after parting ways with the Cleveland Browns and he was already foreseen to be involved in some capacity. However, there is now a bigger sense of urgency for him to become acclimated with the team's playbook, primarily with Robert Woods (knee) done for the year. Nonetheless, Beckham likely won't get his usual workload, so his fantasy ceiling is still somewhat lower than usual, meaning Cooper Kupp should continue to get plenty of looks from Matthew Stafford against the 49ers. Van Jefferson is also in line for an uptick in production with Woods out of the picture.

Nov 14 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. May Be Used As A Punt Returner

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. could be utilized as a punt returner for his new team. The veteran occupied that role during his early playing days as a New York Giant, although he only had one return during his stint with the Cleveland Browns. Nonetheless, it appears as if Beckham could make a contribution in L.A. right away, at least as a member of the special teams unit. However, it may take him a game or so to get up to speed with his new signal-caller, Matthew Stafford. As a result, Beckham remains a risky option in all fantasy formats for Week 10 against San Francisco.

Nov 14 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Will Make His Rams Debut Monday Night

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will make his debut with the team on Monday Night Football against the San Francisco 49ers, according to sources. The Rams are desperate for receiver help after No. 2 wideout Robert Woods (knee) suffered a season-ending torn ACL at practice on Friday. Beckham is still looking for his first touchdown of 2021 and had a disappointing 17 receptions for 232 yards on 34 targets in six games with the Cleveland Browns and their low-volume passing attack while playing through a shoulder injury, but he's now the No. 2 receiver in one of the best offenses in football. Woods was targeted 70 times this year, tied for 15th in the league entering this week. Those targets will be spread among OBJ, Van Jefferson, tight end Tyler Higbee and the NFL's leading receiver in Cooper Kupp.

Nov 13 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Passes Physical, Traveling With The Rams

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. passed his physical and is scheduled to travel with the team for Monday's game against the San Francisco 49ers. The 29-year-old did not practice on Friday. When asked about Beckham's status for Monday's game, "we'll see," said head coach Sean McVay. "If we feel he can help us to compete against the 49ers, we'll have him ready to go." The former Cleveland Brown will have one more opportunity to practice on Saturday before potentially making his debut with Los Angeles on Monday. He struggled mightily with Cleveland this season, hauling in 17-of-34 targets for 232 yards over six games. If active, Beckham Jr. is a flex play at best for Monday's game as it's unclear what his offensive role will be with his new team.

Nov 13 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Could Play Monday Night Against The 49ers

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. "hopes and plans" to play Monday Night Football against the San Francisco 49ers. The former Cleveland Brown signed a one-year deal with the Rams worth up to $4.25 million on Thursday. He struggled mightily with Cleveland this season, hauling in 17-of-34 targets for 232 yards over six games. The 29-year-old joins an explosive offense that includes the NFL's leading receiver Cooper Kupp (74-1,019-10), wideouts Robert Woods and Van Jefferson. OBJ could make his debut with the Rams on Monday, but fantasy managers should take a wait-and-see approach before inserting him into their starting lineups for Week 10. If active, Beckham Jr. is a flex play at best for Monday's game as it's unclear what his offensive role will be with his new team.

Nov 12 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Can Make Up To $4.25 Million

The Los Angeles Rams officially signed wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to a one-year deal worth up to $4.25 million on Thursday, according to a source. He'll receive a $500,000 signing bonus and $750,000 for the rest of the season. Beckham will have another $3 million available in team-based incentives for how they finish the regular season and the postseason. The 29-year-old moves from a low-volume passing attack in Cleveland to the high-flying Rams passing offense led by quarterback Matthew Stafford. There will be plenty of competition for targets, though, among Cooper Kupp -- leads the NFL in yards (1,019), receptions (74), targets (103) and touchdowns (10) -- Robert Woods and Van Jefferson. OBJ could take over Jefferson's role as the No. 3 receiver, but it remains to be seen how quickly he'll learn the offense and contribute. The Rams face the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night in Week 10. Beckham was dropped in a lot of leagues after his poor performances in Cleveland before his release, but he's worth picking up off waivers now that he's landed in one of the best offenses in football.

Nov 11 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Joining The Rams?

Former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is reportedly finalizing a deal with the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, according to sources. However, there are conflicting reports that Beckham is still "on the fence" with his decision. From the beginning of the process after leaving the Browns, Beckham spotlighted the Rams and Green Bay Packers as his top targets. It was initially believed that OBJ would wait until after Week 10 to make his decision, but that doesn't appear to be the case. If it becomes official and Beckham lands in L.A., he could immediately take Van Jefferson's role in the offense behind Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods. In the Rams high-scoring offense with quarterback Matthew Stafford having an excellent year, Beckham will become intriguing again in fantasy, at least as a flex play with some upside. Stay tuned for more on the situation.

Nov 11 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Could Take A While To Make His Decision

Former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is expected to take at least a few days to make a decision on where to sign after he cleared waivers on Tuesday. He is currently weighing offers from the Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, New Orleans Saints, New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs. Beckham became a fantasy afterthought in six games with the Browns before they waived him with a 17-232-0 line on 34 targets, but he was also playing through an AC joint sprain in a run-first offense. With a chance to land on a team with a much more prolific passing attack, Beckham is worth a flier in deeper leagues if you need help at the position. We'll have a better idea of his potential value the rest of the way once we know where he's headed. Stay tuned.

Nov 10 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. To Land With Saints?

There is a firm belief in some circles that former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will end up with the New Orleans Saints, who tried to trade for him before the deadline. However, it's uncertain if Beckham is comfortable with the quarterback situation in New Orleans or if he's willing to accept what the Saints can afford to pay him. Of the three teams that OBJ is reportedly deciding between -- Saints, Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers -- the Saints would be the least attractive from a fantasy perspective with the Saints currently in some limbo at the QB position between Trevor Siemian and Taysom Hill. The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots are also rumored to be interested in Beckham. Stay tuned. We should have a resolution on this saga soon.

Nov 10 · Source via

Packers Offering Veteran Minimum To Odell Beckham Jr.

The Green Bay Packers are offering free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. the veteran minimum, according to an NFL source. The Packers are one of three teams that Beckham has narrowed his choice down to after clearing waivers on Tuesday. Green Bay's offer to Beckham could go up, but they don't have a ton of money available when they still haven't given Davante Adams a contract extension. Green Bay might be the most attractive landing spot for Beckham from a fantasy perspective, as the Packers haven't had anybody really stand out at the position behind Adams. The 29-year-old is worth stashing in deeper leagues to find out if he can actually produce somewhere else after struggling to the tune of 17 catches for 232 yards in six games with the Cleveland Browns this year.

Nov 10 · Source via

Patriots Have Been In Touch With Odell Beckham Jr.

The New England Patriots have been in touch with former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.'s representatives, according to a source. Beckham cleared waivers on Tuesday and is free to sign with any team after forcing his way out of Cleveland. NFL Network's Kim Jones reported that Beckham is believed to be weighing his options and will sleep on a possible decision that could come on Wednesday. The Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints have been mentioned as potential destinations, too. New England wouldn't be all that attractive from a fantasy standpoint with Jakobi Meyers, Kendrick Bourne and Nelson Agholor entrenched as their top three receivers. Then again, it might be an uphill battle for OBJ to regain any fantasy appeal regardless of where he lands after doing very little while playing through an AC joint sprain in his shoulder with the Browns.

Nov 9 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Clears Waivers Tuesday

Former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. officially cleared waivers on Tuesday and is a free agent for the first time in his career. There's a rumor swirling that the Green Bay Packers are Beckham's top priority, but he's also been tied to the Seattle Seahawks. It remains to be seen where Beckham will land, but one thing we do know is that he wasn't very good with the Browns before he orchestrated his way out of town. The 29-year-old has been playing through an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, but he had just 17 catches on 34 targets for 232 yards and no touchdowns six games before the Browns let him go. A new situation with a playoff contender could be intriguing, but most fantasy managers don't want anything to do with OBJ at this point, and rightfully so.

Nov 9 · Source via

Lions Not In The Market For Odell Beckham Jr.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said that the team will not be in the market for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. as he goes through the waiver process. Beckham, who forced his way out of Cleveland, will be eligible to be claimed off waivers on Tuesday. There's word that the Seattle Seahawks are interested in picking him up, but we won't find out until Tuesday where the 29-year-old will land. OBJ has played through an AC joint sprain in his shoulder this year and had a disappointing 17 receptions on 34 targets for 232 yards and no touchdowns for the Browns in six games before they agreed to waive him. Even if Beckham lands in a promising situation, fantasy managers should sit tight in the vast majority of leagues until he proves he can be productive with another team.

Nov 8 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Drawing Interest From Seahawks?

The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly interested in adding wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. after he is released by the Cleveland Browns. It is unlikely a team claims him off waivers, and Beckham is said to prefer signing with a team rather than being claimed. The Seahawks have been notorious for bringing in high-profile names with off-the-field issues, so it wouldn't be a surprise for them to pursue the 29-year-old when he is officially made available. However, Beckham prefers to play for a postseason contender and doesn't seem like a great fit in the run-heavy Seattle offense that is already loaded with D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett at wide receiver. This development is something to monitor, but Seattle doesn't seem like the best situation for the disgruntled receiver.

Nov 8 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Wants To Join Postseason Contender

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who will be waived on Monday afternoon, hopes to join a team that is in postseason contention. Before he hits free agency, he will be subject to a waiver process, during which any NFL team can put in a claim for Beckham and the $7.25 million that he is owed over the rest of the season. Although he technically can't decide which team claims him, Schefter notes, "If a team that does not fit this criteria claims Beckham, there could be potential issues for that team, although it is unclear exactly what those issues would be." If he clears waivers unclaimed, though, the veteran wideout gets to decide where he signs. The 29-year-old has hauled in 17 catches for 232 yards this season. Any potential fantasy value over the rest of the season would depend on which team he joins.

Nov 7 · Source via

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Odell Beckham Jr. To Be Placed On Waivers Monday

After days of negotiations, the Cleveland Browns and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. reached a settlement on Friday that will result in him being placed on waivers on Monday, according to league sources. Beckham can be claimed by an interested team as soon as Tuesday at 4pm ET. The 29-year-old petitioned for his exit in Cleveland this week after catching his only target for six yards in the Week 8 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He's been battling a sprained AC joint in his shoulder recently, but OBJ has completely fallen off the face of Earth in fantasy with 17 receptions (34 targets) for 232 yards and no touchdowns in six games for Cleveland in 2021. There's always the chance that he'll land in a great situation, but we'll have to see it before we believe it. There's really no reason to hold onto him in 12-team leagues as he hopes to latch on with a new organization.

Nov 5 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Released By Browns

The Cleveland Browns are releasing star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. after the two sides came together on a resolution Friday, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Beckham's time in Cleveland comes to a messy end after some social media drama involving his father, who commented on the star wideout's perceived lack of usage in the offense. The Pro Bowl receiver has just two games with over 50 receiving yards this year, but still possesses the talent that saw him produce three straight 1,300 yard seasons for the Giants. Beckham seems destined to land with a contender, which could boost his fantasy value down the stretch.

Nov 5 · Source via

Browns Plan To Release Odell Beckham Jr. On Friday

The Cleveland Browns currently plan to release wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. on Friday, according to sources. The move is expected to be followed by a revised contract that reduces the Browns obligation to pay Beckham if he's not claimed on waivers and becomes eligible for the balance of his salary termination pay. He will be paid by the Browns for this week, but he could be with a new team by next week. The Browns attempted to trade OBJ before Tuesday's deadline but were unsuccessful, and Cleveland announced that he would no longer play for the team this year on Wednesday. Beckham has already been dropped in many fantasy leagues, as he caught just 17 of 34 targets for 232 scoreless yards in his six games. He's probably more of a long shot to resurface on the fantasy map in 12-team leagues, even if he latches on with another team.

Nov 4 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Excused From Practice Again

Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was excused from practice again Wednesday as the continued rift between he and the Browns gets sorted out. As was reported yesterday, Browns players were allegedly told to proceed as if OBJ was no longer on the team, which is how we would proceed for fantasy as well. It's highly unlikely he has any rest of season value with the Browns, so he would need to be released, claimed on waivers by a new team, and learn their offense to become a factor this year. All while playing with a separated shoulder. You can hold in deep leagues just in case, and Donovan Peoples-Jones now becomes intriguing as the de facto WR2 in Cleveland, but remember that this is a team that prefers to run the ball.

Nov 4 · Source via

Browns, Odell Beckham Jr. Headed For A Divorce?

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski told his players that wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is essentially not on the team right now and that he has been told to stay home. The two sides could reach some sort of financial resolution to end his time in Cleveland, but as of now, the Browns aren't willing to waive him and are comfortable burning a 53-man roster spot to excuse him indefinitely. Beckham has been unproductive while battling a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder, and he seems to be upset after the Browns considered trading him at the deadline on Tuesday. If you haven't moved on in your fantasy leagues, now is the time to do so. With the possibility that OBJ won't play for the rest of the season, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Rashard Higgins and rookie Anthony Schwartz could be in line for more playing time behind Jarvis Landry.

Nov 3 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Excused From Practice Wednesday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will not practice on Wednesday due to a "team-related" decision, according to a source close to Beckham. ESPN's Josina Anderson is reporting that OBJ was ready to practice and the team told him that he was "excused" from attending. Beckham and the Browns appear to be at a crossroads after the New Orleans Saints were reportedly close to trading for the receiving at the deadline on Tuesday. The 28-year-old is also dealing with a shoulder injury, but it didn't keep him from playing in the Week 8 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his last two games, Beckham has just three catches for 29 yards, and he's yet to score in 2021. If he plays this weekend against the Cincinnati Bengals, he shouldn't be in starting lineups.

Nov 3 · Source via

Browns Reportedly Discussed Trading Odell Beckham Jr. to Saints

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. reportedly was in discussions to be dealt to the New Orleans Saints just before Tuesday's trade deadline, per Kimberley A. Martin of ESPN. "Both teams couldn't agree on a deal, given how much OBJ is owed the rest of the year," said Martin. It was reported earlier that the Browns had no plans of trading the star wide receiver and that they needed to do a better job of putting Beckham in a position to make plays. The 28-year-old has struggled to build a rapport with QB Baker Mayfield and has hauled in 17-of-34 targets for 232 yards over six games in 2021. He owns 14.7% of the team's target share, ranked 44th among all wide receivers. A move to New Orleans would have given OBJ a change of scenery and could have boosted his overall fantasy value, but he will remain in Cleveland the rest of the season. Beckham is a boom-or-bust WR3 against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 9.

Nov 3 · Source via

Browns Have No Plans To Trade Odell Beckham Jr.

The Cleveland Browns have no plans to trade wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, according to Dianna Russini. Beckham has been used sparingly in the Cleveland offense this season, most recently catching just one pass for six yards in Week 8. According to head coach Kevin Stefanski, the Browns need to do a better job of putting Beckham in a position to make plays, which is something they have failed to do for much of his time with the Browns. It remains unclear just how big of a role they anticipate for the soon-to-be 29-year-old in the next couple of weeks, so Beckham has no business being in fantasy lineups until he can prove to be a more consistent option.

Nov 2 · Source via

Cleveland Eyes Further Involvement For Odell Beckham Jr.

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. saw just one target during the team's loss to the Steelers on Sunday, prompting head coach Kevin Stefanski to say Monday that his offense needs to find a way to get Beckham the ball more consistently. "His effect on our offense is there, but I do need to do a better job of making sure the ball makes it way into his hands," Stefanski said, per video tweeted by Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Long heralded as a dynamic pass-catcher during his tenure with the Giants, Beckham has fallen on fantasy hard times over the past two years; through six games this season, he has combined for just 17 receptions for 232 yards with zero touchdowns. While the talent is there, the Browns' run-heavy offense may be the final impetus to forcing Beckham onto the waiver wire in season-long leagues where more consistent options exist.

Nov 1 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. Will Play Against Steelers

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulder) is active for Week 8 against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers. However, the Browns will be without wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones (groin) and cornerback Denzel Ward (hamstring). Beckham battled through his shoulder issues in the Thursday night win over the Denver Broncos in Week 7, but he wasn't effective at all, catching only two of his six targets from backup quarterback Case Keenum for 23 yards. Baker Mayfield (shoulder) will be back on Sunday against Pittsburgh, but fantasy managers can't realistically expect OBJ to produce for them at less than 100 percent. He has yet to find the end zone in 2021 and hasn't caught more than five passes or gone over 79 yards in a single game this year. Beckham is a low-upside WR4/flex in this run-first offense.

Oct 31 · Source via

Odell Beckham Jr. On Track To Play In Week 8

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulder) is on track to play in Week 8 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Beckham has been limited at practice this past week due to an AC joint sprain in his shoulder. The 28-year-old veteran has failed to deliver for fantasy managers so far this year. He's played in five games and he has yet to score a touchdown. Additionally, he hasn't topped 80 receiving yards or five receptions in a game yet either. He's a desperation WR3 play in Week 8.

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Odell Beckham Jr. Questionable For Week 8

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulder) has been deemed questionable to play in Week 8 against the Pittsburgh Steelers after being limited in practice all week. In addition, receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones (groin) has been ruled out after was injured before last Thursday's game. Beckham appeared to aggravate his troublesome shoulder in last week's win over the Denver Broncos, but he stayed in the game. The 28-year-old will have quarterback Baker Mayfield (shoulder) back this weekend, but even then, OBJ has been completely unreliable in fantasy this year with only 16 catches for 226 yards and no touchdowns in five games in this run-first offense. You can find better flex plays at receiver with more upside.

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Odell Beckham Jr. - Week 8 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulder) will look to score his first touchdown of the season when he takes on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 8. Beckham is playing through two injured shoulders, which has limited him in practice, but he is expected to be able to suit up for Week 8's divisional matchup. The veteran wideout hasn't done much in the box score this season but he does draw a plus matchup against Pittsburgh in Week 8 as the Steelers are allowing the fifth-most fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers in 2021. Even with the advantageous matchup, Beckham will be tough to trust as anything more than a low-end WR4 against Pittsburgh this weekend.

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Baker Mayfield, Odell Beckham Jr. Limited Wednesday

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (shoulder) and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulders) were both limited in practice on Wednesday. Mayfield looked fine during a limited session and is on track to return this Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers after missing last Thursday's game with a fully torn labrum in his left shoulder and a fracture in his humerus bone. The 26-year-old is hoping to make it through the season before getting offseason surgery on his non-throwing shoulder. Against a tough Steelers D, he'll be a low-end QB2 for fantasy managers. Beckham played through injuries to both shoulders last week but caught just two of six targets for 23 yards. OBJ has yet to find the end zone this year and hasn't caught more than five passes for 79 yards in a single game. Even if Jarvis Landry (knee) doesn't play and Mayfield returns, it's hard to trust him as anything more than a WR4/flex at this point in this run-first offense.

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Odell Beckham Jr. Not Planning To Have Surgery During Season

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulders) is playing through serious injuries to both of his shoulders, but he is planning to put off surgery during the season. OBJ fell hard on his sprained right shoulder just before halftime of Thursday's win over the Denver Broncos and was questionable to return in the second half, but he toughed it out and returned to the field and finished the game with only two catches on six targets for 23 yards. The 28-year-old was able to practice on Monday, which is a good sign for his Week 8 availability against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but fantasy managers are likely considering dropping him in 12-team leagues. Beckham has caught exactly two passes in three of his five games played and doesn't have more than five receptions or 79 yards in a single game and has yet to find the end zone. Things won't be any more promising for him if quarterback Baker Mayfield (shoulder) has to miss another game, either.

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Odell Beckham Jr. Catches Two Passes In Week 7

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. caught two of six targets for 23 yards in a Week 7 win over the Denver Broncos on Thursday night. Beckham, who was originally not expected to play through a shoulder injury, seemed to be affected by the issue as he committed a drop and slipped on another incompletion that most likely would have been caught had he remained on his feet. Beckham also aggravated his shoulder injury trying to make a diving catch and appeared to be in considerable pain, although he was able to return to the contest after halftime. Trending in the wrong direction, Beckham will be a shaky flex option in Week 8 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but at least he gets 10 days to heal up now.

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