Odell Beckham proving himself to Giants as much as he can
In yet another step forward as far as showing the Giants what they want to see, Odell Beckham Jr. is attending this week’s three-day voluntary minicamp, even though he will not be able to practice with his teammates.
Beckham continues to rehab coming off ankle surgery and is not yet cleared for on-the-field work. He can participate in the warm-ups and walk-through portion of practice, though, and his presence is another sign he means business as far as comporting himself the right way and showing the organization he is worthy of a long-term commitment.
Beckham showed up two weeks ago for the start of the offseason workout program and last week returned to Los Angeles, eschewing the second week of the workouts in New Jersey to return to training on the West Coast. The Giants are fine with this arrangement.
Beckham is entering the final year of his contract, scheduled to make $8.45 million after the Giants picked up his fifth-year option. He is seeking a long-term extension that would make him the highest-paid receiver in the league.
Beckham went down in Week 5 last season, suffering a fractured ankle Oct. 8 against the Chargers. He is expected to be fine for the start of the season and likely will be cleared for work this summer in training camp.