The second quarter of the NFL season has taken some unexpected turns. Odell Beckham Jr. remains the standout among a slew of new developments. The free-agent wide receiver is looking to return and has three teams lined up. Despite several concerns in Dallas about his health, Jerry Jones clarified their enthusiasm for OBJ joining the Cowboys.
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Following a successful recovery, OBJ’s revival tour has begun. The wide receiver is contemplating three teams: the Giants, the Bills, and the Cowboys. Odell Beckham Jr. has finished touring all franchise facilities and has yet to pick one. There was some concern about his health, which dimmed his chances of joining the Cowboys. However, Jerry Jones stated they were still prepared to select him.
Jerry Jones cleared things up during his appearance on 105.3 The Fan. He mentioned, “Yes, we’re still in contact… Is there a timeline? Probably the fact that time is ticking in terms of getting in here and really initiating the heavy work on a rehab for the playoffs, if it’s going to happen.”
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Previously, NFL Network’s Jane Slater reported the Cowboys offered no deal to Odell Beckham Jr. in the final hours of his tour. There were concerns about not being able to see him train and Beckham’s availability this season. Because the WR did not work out, the Blue Star reportedly lost faith in him.
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However, Kingpin Jones’ comments could bring back a ray of hope among America’s Team faithful. The fans could see Odell Beckham Jr. in the Big D. But the clock is ticking, and he needs to decide the next step in his football career.
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Odell Beckham Jr. is still a hot topic and is yet to determine where he will play. However, there could be an amusing twist regarding the WR’s provision in games. Beckham was asked on The Shop during Thursday night’s game if he had chosen where he’d operate next and if he was ready to go.
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"I'm not saying I couldn't step in and play regular season, but I don't see the point."@obj talks more about his playing future this season.
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OBJ stated he has not yet decided but would prefer to be in a secure environment. Besides, he affirmed he has been playing football for a while and is not saying he will not perform in the regular games, but Beckham Jr. cannot see the logic. He prefers to play when the stakes are high.
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It is yet to see which place would Beckham Jr. chooses to make the new destination.
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