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Odell Beckham Jr. Denies Retirement, Draws Interest From Multiple NFL Teams

Beckham, still a free agent, is training for the 2025 season following reports that multiple teams are interested in signing him.

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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 28: Running back De'Von Achane #28 of the Miami Dolphins, wide receiver Tyreek Hill #10, and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. #3 get set during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on November 28, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers warms up prior to a NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Everbank Stadium on August 9, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.
Apr 6, 2025; New York, New York, USA; NFL wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. sits courtside during the second half of the NBA game between the New York Knicks and the Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Beckham rejected a viral parody tweet impersonating Adam Schefter by posting “Not done yet… thanks for (your) concerns and have a blessed day” on X.
  • He followed up with a firmer warning to fans to stop texting retirement congratulations and vowed to announce his own retirement when the time comes.
  • The fake retirement post amassed over 200,000 views within hours and was widely reshared before being exposed as a parody account.
  • Beckham remains unsigned after his December 2024 release by the Miami Dolphins, where he recorded nine receptions for 55 yards in nine games.
  • NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero said the three-time Pro Bowler has drawn interest from several teams and plans to play in 2025.