Why Odell Beckham Jr. was suspended, and what Giants legend may do in free agency

Billy Heyen

Why Odell Beckham Jr. was suspended, and what Giants legend may do in free agency image

Odell Beckham Jr. Popped up in NFL news on Tuesday.

The New York Giants legend received an update on his suspension.

Beckham was reinstated this week. He's a free agent now and free to sign with any team.

It got fans wondering why he was suspended, and what may happen next.

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Why was Odell Beckham Jr. Suspended?

OBJ was suspended for violating the NFL's PED policy.

His suspension began in October and lasted for six games.

The NFL has allowed free agents to serve suspensions as the season progresses even though they aren't actually under contract and missing a specific team's games.

That benefits Beckham, who can now sign somewhere and play immediately.

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Where will OBJ sign in free agency?

Beckham likely has options, if he wants to take them, given his pedigree, if not his recent production.

The Giants actually need receivers, but they're far out of the playoff hunt.

Teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills could definitely use another WR.

Beckham has played in 10 NFL seasons, including his five superstar years with the New  York Giants that included 5,476 receiving yards on 390 catches with 44 touchdowns.

OBJ also had an 1,000-yard campaign with the Browns as part of three seasons in Cleveland.

And he has since played for the Rams, Ravens and Dolphins.

Last season in Miami, Beckham played nine games and caught nine passes for 55 yards.

Beckham is 33 years old now, so he's nearing the end. But maybe he's got one more playoff push in him.

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