Ravens introduce newest addition, WR Odell Beckham Jr.
BALTIMORE - The Baltimore Ravens introduced Odell Beckham Jr. on Thursday at the facility in Owings Mills.
All smiles for dad making it official 🥺️💜@obj pic.twitter.com/I3TyGU9U9f
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) April 13, 2023
Beckham, a three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver, agreed to a one-year deal to become a playmaker for the Ravens. According to reports, Beckham's deal includes $13 million guaranteed and is worth up to $18 million.
He joined General Manager Eric DeCosta and Head Coach John Harbaugh for his introductory press conference Thursday afternoon.
DeCosta said the decision to sign Beckham is something that's been "really percolating over the last year." He expressed his excitement about having Beckham on the team, saying, "Sometimes the underdog wins. And we're thrilled to have them here today. And we're thrilled for what this means for our football team."
Beckham said his decision was not about money, and that he felt that the Ravens really want him to be a part of the team. With a determined demeanor, he said he's coming "to help win the championship".
Beckham arrived in Baltimore and shared a social media post.
"I'm ready to get to work," Beckham said. "Much love. Let's get it."
With the status of quarterback Lamar Jackson, a social media post was shared of Beckham and Jackson talking over FaceTime, fueling speculation about their future together.
.@obj let’s get it 🤝 pic.twitter.com/7P18rs0JCP
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) April 12, 2023
Beckham Jr., 30, enters his ninth NFL season. He was originally selected in the first round (12th overall) of the 2014 NFL Draft.
Beckham, coming off a lost 2022 season because of a torn ACL, met with the Ravens, among other teams, in Phoenix two weeks ago, according to reports.
Odell Beckham, Jr has arrived in Maryland! The #Ravens will have an introductory press conference tomorrow at 1pm #RavensFlock @wjz pic.twitter.com/dLrM3ycN6V
— WJZ Sports (@WJZ13sports) April 12, 2023
The Ravens have former first-round draft pick Rashod Bateman returning after he missed the majority of last season with a foot injury. They also signed wide receiver Nelson Agholor to join Devin Duvernay and James Proche.
Beckham, entering his ninth year, last played in the Super Bowl in February 2022 when he caught a touchdown for the Los Angeles Rams before tearing his ACL.
He missed all of last season.
Beckham also played for the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns.
Over his career, he has 7,367 receiving yards with 56 touchdowns.