Odell Beckham flagged for lewd TD celebration (Video)

Odell Beckham made his presence known against the Eagles on Sunday, in good ways and bad.

The New York Giants’ offensive struggles have been well-documented, with just 13 points over their first two games as wide receiver Odell Beckham has been operating at less than full strength with an ankle injury. Three quarters into Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles were not any better, with zero points scored.

But as a fourth quarter rally started for the Giants, Beckham took center stage. A 10-yard touchdown catch from Eli Manning early in the final period got the team onto the scoreboard finally, but Beckham went more than a little awry with his touchdown celebration.

Yep Beckham lifted his leg, like a dog would to do some of his business and drew a 15-yard penalty. As expected, Twitter had some reaction to Beckham’s display.

Beckham’s second touchdown, on a great catch, tied the game at 14 just a couple minutes later.

This time around, Beckham’s touchdown celebration was far more subdued and without any further incident or attention from the referees.

Beckham appeared to be as healthy as he’s been since being injured over a month ago on Sunday, with nine receptions for 79 yards and his two touchdowns as the fourth quarter winds down. Unfortunately he can’t pass protect for Manning and upgrade that situation at all, but at or near full strength OBJ is an obvious difference maker that can help turn around the Giants’ offense going forward.

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They key for Beckham, as always, is for him to avoid being a distraction on or off the field so his talent can take center stage. The NFL’s relaxed celebration rules did not protect him on his first trip to the end zone this season, but Beckham appeared (for the moment, at least) to learn his lesson.