Odell Beckham Jr, once one of the New York Giants' most explosive receivers, has returned to the team after being elevated to the 53-man roster following an injury to Calvin Austin III, ahead of the 2026 season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. The move marks a striking turn for a player whose career has been marked by injuries and decline since leaving the Giants, and he is now hoping to complete the comeback by reclaiming the No. 13 jersey he wore during his standout early years with the team.

Beckham recorded 390 catches, 5,476 yards and 44 touchdowns in his first five seasons with the Giants before moving through the Cleveland Browns, Los Angeles Rams, Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins, switching to No. 3 along the way and winning a Super Bowl with the Rams. No. 13 is currently worn by Jalin Hyatt, a 2023 third-round pick who has struggled to establish himself with just 36 catches, 470 yards and no touchdowns in 41 games, and who has since been cut and signed to the practice squad. Beckham said he remains confident in his ability to contribute, though he is not expected to be the Giants' top receiver, a role earmarked for Malik Nabers alongside Darius Slayton, Malachi Fields and Darnell Mooney.