Odell Beckham Jr., a former wide receiver with the Ravens, appeared to be saying goodbye to Baltimore on Sunday
when he posted on Instagram, saying that he “did everything I could wit the opportunities I had.”
Beckham, who signed a $15 million contract with the Ravens last offseason, was a key addition in the team’s pursuit
of an agreement with quarterback Lamar Jackson. Beckham was dismissed last week in a cost-cutting measure that
benefited the organization.
Beckham wrote, “Swea on everything, I appreciate the Flock more than yall could ever imagine.” “I made the most of
the opportunity I was given. I wish I could do it big for all of you. 💍. I’m grateful for the Vibez. I will always fxck with
you, City of Baltimore, FRRRR [for real]. And most all, this shxt is dedicated to my comrades out there.
In the Ravens’ 565 receiving yards last season—his first since breaking his ACL during the Los Angeles Rams’ victory
in Super Bowl LVI in February 2022—Beckham, 31, finished second. Based on ESPN’s receiver tracking analytics, he
was rated as the NFL’s No. 24 wide receiver overall in 2023.
Eric DeCosta, the general manager of the Ravens, stated after the season that he was unsure of the kind of changes
the wide receiver room would see this offseason. However, he did mention at the NFL scouting combine last month
that he remained in contact with Beckham, referring to him as a “great friend.” Analysts have referred to this year’s
wide receiver draft class as one of the best in recent memory.
According to DeCosta, “I think we’ll just kind of assess and see what happens over the next couple of weeks.”
One of the most well-liked players in the NFL, Beckham was asked whether he wanted to return to Baltimore in 2024 following the Ravens’ playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Beckham was selected to the Pro Bowl three times.
“I have relished every moment, regardless of the political ramifications,” Beckham remarked. “I always talk about how I fell in love with football again when I went to see the Los Angeles Rams, and being here…” It felt like home, with Coach Harbs [John Harbaugh], [owner] Steve Bisciotti, and EDC [DeCosta]. I had an incredible feeling about it.
