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Giants’ 28-6 loss to Rams leaves Odell Beckham Jr. on the sidelines
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Core Event
On September 21, 2026, the New York Giants were defeated 28–6 by the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. The loss followed an early knee injury to starting quarterback Jaxson Dart, after which backup Jameis Winston took over. Throughout the game, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. saw virtually no involvement, recording no targets in 14 offensive snaps across the first two weeks of the season.
Background & Context
Beckham Jr., a three-time Pro Bowl receiver, returned to the Giants after a one-season hiatus and a 2024 stint with the Miami Dolphins in which he logged nine receptions for 55 yards. At 33, he entered his 11th NFL season with the expectation of contributing to a Giants offense that had been built around the athletic skill set of quarterback Jaxson Dart.
Data & Statistics
- Beckham Jr. has zero receptions, zero yards and zero touchdowns after two games.
- He was on the field for 14 offensive snaps and was not targeted in any of them.
- Tight end Isaiah Likely led the team in targets, receptions and receiving yards.
- The Giants’ passing attack totaled 182 yards, 11 first downs and a 4-of-16 conversion on third- and fourth-down attempts.
- The Rams amassed 457 total yards and 28 points, with wide receiver Davante Adams accounting for 195 yards and two touchdowns.
Official Statements & Responses
Nagy emphasized that Beckham Jr.
On-the-Ground Reports
The game narrative unfolded with Dart’s knee injury on the opening drive, after which Winston entered and struggled, completing few passes and throwing an interception in the red zone. The Giants’ offense stalled, managing only three points before a field goal. Defensively, safety Jevon Holland recorded eight tackles, an interception, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery, but the secondary could not contain Davante Adams, who dominated vertical routes for 195 yards.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources agree that Beckham Jr. No source provides a definitive explanation for the discrepancy, and the Giants have not released a detailed usage plan for Beckham Jr. beyond Nagy’s general comments.
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