Odell Beckham Jr. Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What are Odell Beckham Jr.’s net worth and salary?

Odell Beckham Jr. is an American professional football player with an estimated net worth of $40 million. He was drafted 12th overall by the New York Giants in 2014, and he quickly gained fame, particularly after making a memorable one-handed touchdown catch during his rookie year that solidified his reputation. Throughout his five years with the Giants, Beckham was selected for the Pro Bowl three times and broke numerous team records, which resulted in a substantial contract extension in 2018.

In 2019, he was traded to the Cleveland Browns, where he had a mixed performance over two and a half seasons. After his release from the Browns in 2021, Beckham joined the Los Angeles Rams mid-season, helping the team clinch victory at Super Bowl LVI. After a year of recovery from an ACL injury sustained during the Super Bowl, he signed with the Baltimore Ravens in 2023. He has been well-regarded for his route-running skills, explosive speed, and impressive catches throughout his career.

Contracts

Odell signed a lucrative five-year, $95 million contract with the Giants on August 26, 2018, which included $65 million guaranteed. This agreement made him the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history in two significant ways: first, it surpassed Antonio Brown’s $17 million average annual deal with the Steelers, and second, it exceeded the $55 million guaranteed to Tampa’s Mike Evans.

Bitcoin Conversion

After his release from the Browns in 2021, Odell inked a one-year, $750,000 deal with the Los Angeles Rams, opting to convert his salary to Bitcoin. He later disclosed that he converted HALF of his contract. At the time of conversion, Bitcoin was valued at nearly $64,000. However, by the end of 2022, its value plummeted to $17,000. Following taxes and additional fees, he reportedly incurred a loss of approximately $140,000 during that NFL season.

Nike Contract & Lawsuit

In May 2017, Odell secured what was then the largest shoe contract in NFL history, a five-year deal worth $29 million. Nike matched an offer from Adidas seeking to sign him. With various performance incentives, the total deal could reach $40 – $50 million. During the first year of the deal, he earned significantly more from Nike ($5 million) than from his Giants contract ($1.8 million). Unfortunately, his relationship with Nike deteriorated over time. In 2022, he filed a lawsuit against Nike for $20 million, claiming unpaid royalties that were contractually owed. Nike responded with a countersuit, arguing that he customized and modified his footwear in ways that violated their agreement. They also claimed he participated in several games using non-Nike products, breaching their contract. In July 2024, a jury ruled that both Nike and Odell had valid claims, effectively calling it a draw with no financial compensation awarded to either party.

Endorsements

Among his endorsement partners, Odell has deals with Nike, Steiner Sports, Head & Shoulders, Dunkin Donuts, EA Sports, Foot Locker, ROAR sports drink, and Lenovo.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Odell Beckham Jr. was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 1992. He has a younger sister, Jasmine, and a younger brother, Kordell. His father, Odell Sr., was an impressive running back at Marshall High School and played at LSU from 1989 to 1992. Beckham’s mother, Heather, also attended LSU where she was a track star, participating in three national championship relay teams before becoming a coach for the Nicholls State University track and field program. Beckham developed a passion for sports at an early age. As a child, he…

attended Isidore Newman School in New Orleans, where he excelled as a letterman in football, basketball, and track. In his junior year, Beckham recorded 45 receptions for 743 yards and 10 touchdowns; during his senior year, he achieved 50 catches for 1,010 yards and 19 touchdowns. Additionally, he excelled in basketball throughout all four years and demonstrated impressive skills in track and field, particularly in the long jump and 200-meter dash.

Choosing to decline scholarship offers from institutions like Tulane and Nebraska, Beckham decided to play for Louisiana State University. As a freshman at LSU, he started nine out of 14 games and led the Tigers to the BCS National Championship Game. For the season, he ranked second on the team with 41 receptions for 475 yards and earned a freshman All-SEC selection. In his sophomore year, Beckham started 12 out of 13 games, contributing to LSU’s 10-2 record. His junior year proved even more remarkable—he received first- and second-team All-SEC honors and won the Paul Hornung Award, awarded to the most versatile player in college football. His season totals included 57 receptions for 1,117 yards and eight touchdowns. He then decided to forgo his senior season to enter the NFL Draft.

New York Giants

In the 2014 NFL Draft, the New York Giants selected Beckham as the 12th overall pick. One of the most unforgettable moments of his rookie season occurred in a November game, where he made a one-handed touchdown catch against the Dallas Cowboys. Throughout that month, he recorded 38 receptions, 593 receiving yards, and two touchdowns. Beckham shattered several rookie records during his debut season, setting a new mark for the most consecutive games with 90 or more receiving yards. By December, he became the first NFL rookie to achieve at least 12 catches, 140 yards, and three touchdowns in a single game. In the regular-season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, Beckham achieved a career-high of 185 receiving yards, the most ever by a rookie in a single game for the franchise. He concluded his rookie year with impressive stats of 91 receptions, 1,305 yards, and 12 touchdowns across just 12 games.

Controversy marked Beckham’s 2015 season, featuring multiple skirmishes with cornerback Josh Norman. During a game against the Carolina Panthers, he received three personal foul penalties. In December, the NFL Disciplinary Committee issued a one-game suspension without pay for multiple safety protocol violations. Despite these challenges, Beckham ended the season with career highs of 1,450 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns. The following year brought additional issues, as he was fined for a dance celebration after a play against the Cowboys and again for a blindside tackle on safety Kenny Vaccaro in a game against the Saints. Nonetheless, he rebounded in Week 3, becoming the fastest player to accomplish 200 receptions, achieving this milestone in just 30 games. His 2017 season was cut short by a fracture to his left ankle. Beckham returned for his last season with the Giants in 2018, amassing 77 receptions, 1,052 yards, and six touchdowns.

Cleveland Browns

In March of 2019, Beckham was traded to the Cleveland Browns. During his first game with the team, he recorded seven receptions for 71 yards, despite suffering a loss against the Tennessee Titans. He displayed better…

In Week 2, he wrapped up with 161 receiving yards and one touchdown, contributing to a victory against the New York Jets. Unfortunately, Beckham’s on-field behavior took a turn as he threw a punch at Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey during Week 4, leading to fines for both players. A couple of weeks later, he faced another fine due to a breach of NFL uniform regulations. By Week 17, during the game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Beckham had exceeded 1,000 receiving yards for the season.

Despite a promising outlook in 2020, Beckham had to exit the Week 7 matchup against the Bengals because of a knee injury. The following day, it was confirmed he had torn his ACL, resulting in his placement on injured reserve for the rest of the season. In the abbreviated season, he concluded with 23 receptions for 319 yards along with three receiving touchdowns.

Personal Life and Charity

Currently, Beckham is dating Instagram model Lauren Wood, who gained recognition on the MTV improv comedy series “Wild ‘N Out” in 2015. Subsequently, she was featured on the show “Ballers” alongside Beckham.

Active in charity and advocacy work, Beckham has played a role in generating funds and raising awareness for issues related to hunger, cancer research, and disaster relief efforts. In 2016, he contributed $500,000 from his jersey sales to assist with flood recovery in Louisiana. The following year, he provided $100,000 of his own funds to Americares and Samaritan’s Purse to aid those impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

Real Estate

In June 2022, Odell completed the sale of a 2-acre property featuring a 14,000 square-foot mansion located 20 minutes from Cleveland for $3.3 million. This 4-bedroom residence includes amenities such as a movie theater, golf simulator, and game room. The master bedroom’s closet boasts a custom-designed area capable of accommodating as many shoes as a Foot Locker.