How Long Has Odell Beckham Jr Been in the NFL?
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How long has Odell Beckham Jr been in the NFL? The answer may surprise you.
Odell Beckham Jr was drafted by the New York Giants in 2014. He played his first NFL game in September of that year. Since then, he’s become one of the most popular and talented players in the league.
How long has Odell Beckham Jr been in the NFL? 4 years. But he’s already made a huge impact.
NFL Career
Odell Beckham Jr was drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played college football at LSU, where he won the 2013 Paul Hornung Award. Beckham made the Pro Bowl in each of his first three seasons in the NFL.
Drafted by the New York Giants
In 2014, Beckham was drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the NFL Draft with the 12th overall pick. Beckham made his NFL debut in a Week 5 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, recording four receptions for 44 yards. In his first career touchdown catch, he caught a game-winning touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 6. During his rookie season, Beckham broke numerous NFL receiving records, including most receptions (91) and most receiving yards (1,305) by a rookie in a season. He also gained at least 90 receiving yards in nine consecutive games, which set an NFL record for most consecutive games with 90+ receiving yards by a rookie. By the end of his rookie season, Beckham had caught more passes than any other player in NFL history through their first 12 career games. He was nominated for both Offensive Rookie of the Year and Rookie of the Year awards.
Traded to the Cleveland Browns
On March 12, 2019, the New York Giants traded Beckham to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for first- and third-round draft picks in the 2019 NFL Draft, and safety Jabrill Peppers.
College Career
Odell Beckham Jr. played college football at Louisiana State University (LSU), and was drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft with the 12th overall pick. He became the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history after signing a five-year, $95 million contract extension with the Giants in August 2018.
Attended Louisiana State University
Odell Beckham Jr. attended Louisiana State University, where he played for the LSU Tigers football team from 2011 to 2013. He was a member of the 2012 BCS National Championship team. Beckham redshirted his first year at LSU in 2010. In 2011, he appeared in all 13 games with two starts as a freshman and had 41 receptions for 475 yards and two touchdowns. The following season, Beckham started all 13 games and had 59 receptions for 1,152 yards and eight touchdowns. As a junior in 2013, he started 12 of 13 games, tallying 1,317 receiving yards on 77 receptions with 10 touchdowns.
Played for the LSU Tigers
Odell Beckham Jr. played college football at Louisiana State University (LSU), where he was a member of the Tigers’ football team. He played wide receiver and punt returner. He was drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft.
High School Career
Odell Beckham Jr. was born on November 5, 1992, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He attended Isidore Newman School in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he played football, basketball, and ran track. Beckham was a three-sport star in high school.
Attended Isidore Newman School
Odell Beckham Jr. was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on November 5, 1992. Beckham played football and ran track at Isidore Newman School in New Orleans, Louisiana. As a senior in 2010, he was a first-team all-district, all-metro, and all-state selection in both sports. In track & field, Beckham competed as a sprinter and jumper. He placed 2nd in the long jump at the 2010 Nike outdoor nationals with a leap of 7.13 meters (23 ft 4 1⁄2 in).
Played for the Green Wave
Odell Beckham Jr. played football for three years at Isidore Newman School in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a wide receiver and cornerback for the Green Wave and helped lead the team to a state championship in his senior year. Beckham Jr. was named a PrepStar All-American and was rated as a four-star recruit by Rivals.com. He committed to play college football at Louisiana State University (LSU).
