The Superstar Life and Struggles of Odell Beckham Jr.

After his breakout junior year at LSU, Beckham skipped his senior season and declared for the 2014 NFL Draft. Scouts raved about his speed, hands, and acrobatics, predicting immediate impact at the professional level.

On draft night, the New York Giants selected him with the 12th overall pick. The move electrified fans — Beckham was seen as the missing piece to revive the team’s struggling offense. His arrival in New York marked the beginning of a new era both for the Giants and for Beckham himself.