Odell Beckham is an American professional football player for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). He plays in the position of wide receiver.
Odell is one of the most famous and top football players right now. He has broken several rookies and NFL records in his mere seven years of a professional career.
Before diving into his professional and personal life, here are some quick facts on Odell Beckham.
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Quick Facts
| Full Name | Odell Cornelious Beckham Jr. |
| Birth Date | November 5, 1992 |
| Birth Place | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Nick Name | N/A |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Father’s Name | Odell Beckham Sr. |
| Mother’s Name | Heather Van Norman |
| Siblings | 2; Jasmine Beckham, Kordell Beckham |
| Education | Isidore Newman School; Louisiana State University |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Height | 5’11” (180cm) |
| Weight | 198 lbs (90 kg) |
| Body Build | Muscular |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Married | No |
| Partner | Lauren Wood |
| Children | None |
| Profession | Football Player |
| Position in team | Wide Receiver |
| Jersey Number | #13 |
| Affiliations | New York Giants (former), Cleveland Browns (current) |
| Net Worth | $25 million |
| Social Media | Twitter, Instagram |
| Merch | Autographed Items, Jersey |
| Last Update | June, 2022 |
Odell Beckham | Early Childhood and Education
Odell was born on November 5, 1992, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the U.S. He was born to parents Odell Beckham Sr. (father) and Heather Van Norman (mother). He has two siblings; Jasmine Beckham (sister) and Kordell Beckham (brother).
His nationality is American, and his ethnicity is African American. It is unknown what religion he follows or whether he follows any at all.
Odell comes from an athletic family. His father, Beckham Sr., was a standout running back at Louisiana State University from 1989 to 1992. His mother, Heather, was also a track runner at Louisiana State University.
She had won indoor and outdoor 4x400m and the outdoor 4x100m relay in 1993. She was training for the Olympic trials when she became pregnant in 1992.
Odell attended Isidore Newman School in New Orleans, Louisiana. Besides, he was a letterman in football, basketball, and track.
He got scholarships from several universities, but he chose Louisiana State University.
Odell Beckham | Age, Height, and Physical Appearance
As of 2022, Odell is 29 years old, and since he was born on November 5, his zodiac sign is Scorpio. He stands 5 feet and 11 inches (or 180 cm) tall and weighs approximately 198 pounds (or 90 kg).
His black hair and brown eyes compliment his smooth skin, not to mention his muscular body structure.
Diet Plan
Odell Beckham has a thorough diet plan and makes sure he eats enough and is healthy. Talking about junk foods, Beckham munches Snickers bars, Sour Patch Kidz, and Cheez-Its.
Additionally, he has a pile of coconut water due to his distaste for water. Odell also relies on EXOS fish oil and AM and PM multi-vitamin supplements.
In the meantime, he eats creamy fettuccine Alfredo pasta dish topped with sausage, chicken, shrimp, and lobster.
On October 26, he scored a college career-high 204 yards and two touchdowns against Furman Paladins. In 2013, he was named the winner of the Paul Hornung Award, an award presented yearly to the most versatile player in major college football.
Overall, he finished the season with 57 receptions with 1117 yards and eight touchdowns.
He decided not to return to college for his senior year and entered the 2014 NFL Draft.
Professional Career
New York Giants
Odell was selected with the 12th overall pick by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year contract on May 19, 2014.
He made his professional debut on October 5, 2014, against the Atlanta Falcons.
Odell recorded a one-handed touchdown reception, which was hailed as the “catch of the year” on November 23, 2014, against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football, but still lost the game by a score of 31-28.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame put the jersey he wore during his one-handed catch on display on December 8, 2014.
Since Odell scored at least 90 yards receiving in all five games in November, he set an NFL rookie record for a month and broke the rookie record.
He became the first NFL rookie with at least 12 catches, 140 yards, and three scores in a game with 143 receiving yards, 12 catches, and three touchdowns on December 14, 2014.
He tied for the most receptions in a game by a Giants rookie. Odell also eventually set an NFL rookie record and Giants record for recording over 90 receiving yards and most ever receptions in eight straight games.
In a game against Philadelphia Eagles, Odell recorded a career-high 185 receiving yards, the most by a rookie in franchise history. He finished his rookie campaign with 91 receptions, 1,305 yards, and 12 touchdowns in just 12 games.
Contract & Trade
In a game against the Carolina Panthers during Week 15, Odell was involved in multiple confrontations with cornerback Josh Norman. He was flagged for four penalties.
He was suspended for one game without pay by the NFL Disciplinary Committee on December 21, 2015, for multiple violations of safety-related playing rules.
In a total of 15 games, he finished the season with career-highs of 1450 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns.
During Week 1 on September 17, Odell was fined $12,154 for a dance celebration. During Week 2 on September 25, he was fined $36,000 for a blindside hit.
He became the fastest player to record 200 receptions in only 30 games during Week 3. He started all 16 games and finished the season with 101 receptions (career-high), 1367 receiving yards, and ten touchdowns.
Los Angeles Chargers
Odell suffered an ankle sprain preseason and missed the season opener. He also suffered a fractured left ankle during Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers and was placed on an injured reserve because he needed surgery.
He finished the season with 25 receptions for 302 yards and three touchdowns.
Odell signed a five-year contract with the Giants on August 27, 2018, for a $95 million contract extension with $41 million fully guaranteed with a total of $65 million in guarantees.
On Week 3, he became the player with the most receptions through his first 50 career games with 337 catches.
Besides, he became the fourth player to record a passing touchdown of at least 50 yards while having at least 100 receiving yards in the same game.
He became the first non-quarterback with multiple passing touchdowns in a season since Antwaan Randle El in 2010.
Also, since 1924, he became the first player to record multiple games with a touchdown pass and a receiving touchdown in a single season. He finished the season with 77 receptions, 1,052 yards, six touchdowns, and threw two passes for touchdowns.
Cleveland Browns
Odell was traded to the Cleveland Browns on March 13, 2019. In Week 4, during the third quarter, he punched Ravens’ cornerback Marlon Humphrey who in return choked Odell.
On October 5, 2019, both Odell and Marlon were fined $14,037.
In Week 6, the NFL fined him $14,037 for a uniform violation. In Week 17 against the Cincinnati Bengals, he surpassed 1000 receiving yards on the season.
Odell caught four passes for 74 yards and his first receiving touchdown of the season against the Cincinnati Bengals during Week 2 on Thursday Night Football.
He suffered a torn ACL in Week 7 against the Bengals and left the game in the 1st quarter. Odell was once again placed on injured reserve on October 27, 2020.
He finished the season with 23 catches for 319 yards and four touchdowns plus 2 rushes for 73 yards and a rushing touchdown in 7 games.
Others
Odell has been involved in several television productions. He has played himself in the television series Catching Odell, Code Black, and Ballers.
He has also appeared in music videos Flipmode by Fabolous, Velous, and Chris Brown, and Bed by Nicki Minaj featuring Ariana Grande.
Odell Beckham | Net Worth
In May 2017, Odell signed the biggest endorsement contract in NFL history with Nike. The contract is for five years and is worth $25 million.
He also has endorsement deals with Head & Shoulders, Foot Locker, Lenovo, and Daniel Wellington.
AS OF 2022, ODELL BECKHAM’S NET WORTH IS ESTIMATED TO BE $25 MILLION.
As Odell earns an average annual salary of $14.5 million with an endorsement earning of $6 million.
Odell Beckham | Personal Life
Odell has been romantically linked with Instagram personality, model, and actress Lauren Wood. He does not have any children.
He is known to be friends with many high-profile celebrities such as David Beckham, James Corden, Beyonce, LeBron James, Drake, and David Alaba.
Odell has suffered several injuries throughout his football career. On December 8, 2019, it was revealed that he was suffering from a sports hernia. He underwent core-muscle surgery on January 21, 2020.
Odell has raised money and awareness over several topics such as cancer research, feeding hungry Americans, damage done by Hurricane Harvey and severe floods, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He has donated several of his own money to charitable organizations.
Social Media Presence
Twitter: 4.2 million followers
Instagram: 15.1 million followers
Common Queries
Does Odell Beckham have a Super Bowl ring? Who is his agent?
He does not have any Super Bowl ring.
Odell Beckham’s agent is Zeke Sandhu and is often spotted together with his family and friends during practice.
Who is Odell Beckham Jr married to?
He is currently unmarried and is dating model Lauren Wood.
What is Odell Beckham’s career stat is like?
Odell Beckham maintains a career statistic of 6,830 receiving yards, 487 receptions, and 51 receiving touchdowns. Also, he has 2 passing touchdowns and 14.0 yards per reception.
What is Odell Beckham’s haircut called?
Odell Beckham’s haircut is called a mohawk which is his signature faux hawk with a fade. Apparently, his haircut got famous after his one-handed catch during his first year in 2014.
