Best NFL free agents in 2019
4. Odell Beckham Jr. – New York Giants
There’s no denying Beckham can be a circus off the field. You also can’t deny that he can be an absolute nightmare matchup on the field. If the Giants let him hit free agency he’s going to draw massive interest.
That, of course, assumes that Beckham will return to full health after injury cut his 2017 season short. There’s no reason to expect his recovery is compromised, but New York may elect to see him back on the field before they choose whether or not to offer him a big deal.
When Beckham is focused and healthy, there aren’t many more dangerous receivers on the planet. He really helps his quarterbacks out by making absurd catches on a regular basis. His speed allows him to take the top off opposing defenses as well. He’s the rare receiver who is equally dangerous on the outside as he is in the slot.
Dave Gettleman has built quite a reputation as a strong negotiator, but Beckham and his representatives are going to test the Giants general manager. If New York isn’t willing to make Beckham the highest paid receiver in football they may be forced to franchise him instead.