4 takeaways from Rams signing Odell Beckham Jr.

Here are 4 takeaways from the Rams signing Odell Beckham Jr. on Thursday, adding another piece in their Super Bowl pursuit.

As if trading for Von Miller wasn’t enough, the Los Angeles Rams added yet another star on Thursday by agreeing to terms with Odell Beckham Jr. on a one-year deal. Beckham joins one of the top Super Bowl contenders, improving the Rams’ chances to win a ring this season.

He doesn’t necessarily fill an immediate need because the Rams were already loaded at wide receiver, but he absolutely helps the offense and gives Matthew Stafford yet another playmaker on the outside.

Here are four takeaways from the news of Beckham joining the Rams.

Rams are signing Odell Beckham Jr. to 1-year deal

It’s a one-year deal for Odell Beckham Jr. as he’s set to join the Los Angeles Rams.

It seemed like the Rams pushed all their chips into the middle of the table when they acquired Von Miller, but they still had a few left in front of them. They’ve agreed to terms a contract with Odell Beckham Jr., who was a free agent after being waived by the Browns last week.

The team made the news official on Thursday after there was a flurry of conflicting reports about whether Beckham was actually heading to the Rams.

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, who was first to report the Rams were finalizing a deal with Beckham, it’s a one-year deal for Beckham. The exact terms of the contract have not yet been disclosed, but given the Rams’ lack of cap space, it’s not likely to be a very expensive contract for the remainder of the season.

Odell Beckham Jr. agrees to terms with Rams on one-year deal

The Los Angeles Rams have agreed to terms with Odell Beckham Jr. on a one-year deal.

Per Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Los Angeles Rams and veteran receiver Odell Beckham Jr. have agreed to terms on a one-year contract.

The Browns released the veteran receiver earlier this week after it became clear that Beckham was not a good fit for the offense. Beckham subsequently cleared waivers and became a free agent, and he had been linked by various sources to the Packers, Saints, Chiefs, Patriots, and Seahawks. The Rams were a comparative late bloomer in the Beckham derby, at least as far as reports indicate, but the Rams are also a team with a history of extreme aggressiveness when it comes to getting the players they want.

The Rams also recently released veteran speed receiver DeSean Jackson because Jackson was unhappy with his target share. You would think that Beckham, who had a similar (and legitimate) complaint in Cleveland, would have heard enough from head coach Sean McVay and others to alleviate any concerns he may have.

Packers lose out on WR Odell Beckham Jr., who signs with Rams

The Packers were a finalist, but Odell Beckham Jr. picked Hollywood over Titletown.

The Green Bay Packers’ pursuit of wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is over.

According to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic, Beckham Jr. and the Los Angeles Rams have agreed to a deal. Adam Schefter of ESPN also reported the finalizing of the deal.

The Packers were one of the finalists alongside the Rams to sign Beckham Jr., according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, but the former Cleveland Browns receiver picked Hollywood over Titletown.

Beckham was released by the Browns on Monday and cleared waivers on Tuesday, making him a free agent. The Packers reportedly offered a veteran minimum deal.

Over six games in Cleveland this season, Beckham caught 17 passes for 232 yards and zero touchdowns.

In Los Angeles, Beckham Jr. joins a cast of star players, including Aaron Donald, Jalen Ramsey, Von Miller, Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp. The Rams figure to be one of the top roadblocks standing in Green Bay’s path to a Super Bowl.

Keep in mind, the drama will heighten again soon: the Packers host Beckham Jr. and the Rams on Nov. 28 at Lambeau Field in what could be a huge game in determining the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs.

Seahawks free agent target Odell Beckham Jr. signs with Rams

The Seattle Seahawks are losing the Odell Beckham Jr. sweepstakes to an NFC West rival.

The Seattle Seahawks are losing the Odell Beckham Jr. sweepstakes to an NFC West rival.

According to a report by Adam Schefter at ESPN, Beckham is finalizing a deal with the Los Angeles Rams.

The Rams just added three-time All Pro pass rusher Von Miller in a trade with the Denver Broncos last week, so this move to get Beckham is another double-down on their all-in approach for this season. LA is currently 7-2, second in the division behind the Arizona Cardinals. Beckham joins what was already a loaded recever corps that includes Cooper Kupp, who leads the NFL in catches (74), yards (1,019) and touchdowns (10).

The Seahawks visit the Rams the week before Christmas.

Update:

The deal is now official. The Rams have announced the OBJ signing.

What a stunning turn of events.

Asked for comment, Russell Wilson (who personally helped in the recruiting effort) offered a “good for him.”

Just brutal.

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Rams reportedly finalizing deal with Odell Beckham Jr.

The Los Angeles Rams and veteran receiver Odell Beckham Jr. are nearing a deal, per multiple reports.

Per two sources — ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Rams are finalizing a deal with receiver Odell Beckham Jr. We could also say that Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey was in on the news when he tweeted something out very similar to his post around the time the Rams traded for Von Miller.

Per USA Today’s Josina Anderson, though, Beckham is still “on the fence” about the deal, which could just mean that the money hasn’t been quite hammered out.

The Browns released the veteran receiver earlier this week after it became clear that Beckham was not a good fit for the offense. Beckham subsequently cleared waivers and became a free agent, and he’s been linked by various sources to the Packers, Saints, Chiefs, Patriots, and Seahawks. The Rams were a comparative late bloomer in the Beckham derby, at least as far as reports indicate, but the Rams are also a team with a history of extreme aggressiveness when it comes to getting the players they want.

The Rams also recently released veteran speed receiver DeSean Jackson because Jackson was unhappy with his target share. You would think that Beckham, who had a similar (and legitimate) complaint in Cleveland, would have heard enough from head coach Sean McVay and others to alleviate any concerns he may have.

Stay tuned for more on this developing story.

Report: Rams finalizing deal with Odell Beckham Jr.

The Rams are adding another superstar, finalizing a deal with Odell Beckham Jr.

The rich just keep getting richer.

After acquiring Von Miller from the Broncos last week, the Rams are now adding another superstar: Odell Beckham Jr.

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Rams are finalizing a deal with Beckham.

Beckham was waived by the Browns last week and after clearing waivers, he became a free agent. He took some time to weigh his options and though the Rams weren’t reported as being interested, they were the winners of the OBJ sweepstakes.

Beckham joins a receiving corps that includes the league’s leading receiver, Cooper Kupp, as well as Robert Woods and Van Jefferson. Though he’s battled injuries in recent years and wasn’t very productive with the Browns, he’s still a very talented receiver who will help the Rams.

Given Los Angeles’ lack of depth at wideout, it makes sense, too. Beckham gives them four receivers who can all play significant roles, threatening the defense at every level.

In his three seasons with the Browns spanning 29 games, Beckham caught 114 passes for 1,586 yards and seven touchdowns. He missed two games this season but has played and started each of the last six games.

Sean McVay focused on 49ers, not Odell Beckham, but ‘Les is always doing work behind the scenes’

Sean McVay had a big smile on his face when asked about Odell Beckham Jr., saying “Les is always doing work behind the scenes.”

Odell Beckham Jr. is the top player available on the free-agent market right now and there are several teams interested in signing him. He’s taking his time with this decision, weighing his options before picking his next team.

Sean McVay was asked about Beckham last week after the Browns waived him and again on Thursday, reporters asked whether the Rams might be interested in signing the talented receiver. McVay said he’s focused on preparing for the 49ers, but he didn’t rule anything out or elaborate on whether the Rams could pursue Beckham.

“Yeah, we’re just focused on the Niners right now. That’s kind of where my focus is,” McVay said with a grin.

Later on in his press conference, McVay was asked a follow-up about Beckham. Once again, he struggled to contain a big smile when saying Les Snead is always working behind the scenes.

“Les is always doing work behind the scenes. Like I said, I’m focused on the Niners right now,” he said, chuckling.

Beckham is now a free agent after clearing waivers, so he can sign a contract with any team. If he wants to chase a ring with the Rams, perhaps he’ll take a slight discount over what other teams like the Saints, Patriots or Packers might be offering, given the Rams’ lack of cap space.

The Rams could use receiver depth, too, after cutting DeSean Jackson and losing Tutu Atwell and Jacob Harris to season-ending injuries. This is certainly a situation worth monitoring.

Packers offer Odell Beckham Jr. a veteran minimum contract

The Packers have offered Beckham Jr. a veteran minimum contract, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

The Green Bay Packers are offering Odell Beckham Jr. a veteran minimum contract to join the team, according to Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Earlier Tuesday, it was reported that Beckham had narrowed his choices down to the Packers, Chiefs, and Saints.

A veteran minimum deal would pay Beckham, now his eighth NFL season, around $500,000 for the rest of the 2021 season.

General manager Brian Gutekunst doesn’t have a ton of money to play with, hence the low offer. Currently, the Packers have a little over $4 million in salary-cap space to operate throughout the rest of the year.

Under normal circumstances, a player of Beckham’s stature would demand a bidding war for his services. However, after his well-documented departure from the Cleveland Browns, Beckham appears to be keeping an open mind.

Due to their limited cap space, the Packers are relying on Beckham’s desire to play with Aaron Rodgers and chase a Super Bowl. If he did join forces with Rodgers, Green Bay’s offense would have two highly touted wide receivers causing havoc for opposing defenses.

The Packers now have to wait to hear from Beckham’s camp to see if their offer is enticing enough for him to sign.

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Packers among three favorites to sign WR Odell Beckham Jr.

Odell Beckham Jr. is “honing in” on the Packers, Chiefs and Saints as he searches for his next team, per ESPN.

The Green Bay Packers are very much in the running to sign free agent receiver Odell Beckham Jr.

According to Dianna Russini of ESPN, Beckham is “honing in on” the Packers, Kansas City Chiefs and New Orleans Saints as his top landing spots.

Beckham is free to sign with any team after being released by the Cleveland Browns and clearing waivers on Tuesday.

Russini reports Beckham could make his decision on Wednesday.

The Packers can offer a title-contending team featuring MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers and All-Pro receiver Davante Adams to Beckham, who would provide another weapon in the passing game over the final two months of the season. The Chiefs are struggling on offense and are looking for a spark, while the Saints are desperate to add help at receiver.

Beckham is a two-time All-Pro with five 1,000-yard seasons. He missed a big chunk of last season with an injury and failed to score a touchdown in six games with Cleveland to start 2021.

Could landing in Green Bay help Beckham revive his career as Rodgers and the Packers attempt to get to the Super Bowl?

In terms of money, Beckham would have to accept a near league minimum level deal to land in Green Bay. The Packers don’t have the cap to take on an expensive deal or even a multi-year deal. But even on a cheap contract, playing with Rodgers and alongside Adams could provide the perfect opportunity for Beckham to reestablish his value as a premier player in the NFL.

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