Free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is reportedly “going to take his time” deciding on a new NFL team amid the massive interest he has generated. Recent reports even said it's going to take him a “few days” before he chooses where to play next.
Upon hearing the development, former Green Bay Packers exec Andrew Brandt couldn't help but poke fun at the news. He gave his own translation of OBJ's decision, noting that it basically means he hasn't received satisfactory offers yet. Maybe Beckham is still waiting for more to come?
Translation: No good offers yet. https://t.co/FLce4NjnYj
— Andrew Brandt (@AndrewBrandt) November 10, 2021
Given that not a lot of NFL teams have the cap space to sign him, money might be an issue for Odell Beckham Jr. If that's the case, then Brandt might be right that the former Cleveland Browns wideout hasn't gotten any good offer yet.
Article Continues BelowHowever, it is also possible they are just exploring their options and checking what presents OBJ the best opportunity to win–something he has emphasized ever since his Browns exit after the NFL trade deadline. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, at many as eight teams have expressed interest in the 29-year-old vet.
The Kansas City Chiefs, New Orleans Saints and Packers are said to be the favorite landing spots for Beckham, but with plenty other interested teams and a “few days” decide, things might still change and a different team might end up signing him.
Free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham is still sorting through contract offers from prospective teams as of Wednesday night, per sources. As many as eight teams have made their plays for the talented receiver this week.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) November 11, 2021