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Odell Beckham Jr. Denies Retirement Rumor After Parody Account Goes Viral

He refuted a fake Adam Schefter retirement post on X with a pointed message that he remains an active free agent.

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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

  • A spoof X account using the name “Adam Schelfer” (@AdamSche1fer) falsely announced Beckham’s retirement after 10 NFL seasons, mimicking a trusted insider.
  • The fake tweet garnered over 2 million views within hours, fueling widespread belief that the three-time Pro Bowler was stepping away from the game.
  • Beckham countered the misinformation on his own X account, posting “Not done yet… thanks for (your) concerns and have a blessed day” to confirm he is not retiring.
  • He later warned fans to stop texting him congratulations prematurely and said he will block anyone who continues sending “happy retirement” messages.
  • The 32-year-old remains a free agent following his December 2024 release by the Miami Dolphins, with no reported team interest for the 2025 season.