Could the Carolina Panthers represent a potential destination for Odell Beckham Jr.?
The Panthers have already added a big-name receiver this offseason, acquiring Diontae Johnson via trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers. That gives Carolina an impressive duo of Johnson and Adam Thielen, not to mention last year’s second-round pick Jonathan Mingo.
However, second-year quarterback Bryce Young could use all the help in the world after a rough rookie campaign, so Bleacher Report’s Matt Holder thinks Beckham could be a fine option for the Panthers.
Beckham remains unsigned nearly a month into free agency, which certainly reveals just how far he has fallen since his Pro Bowl days with the New York Giants.
The 31-year-old spent the 2023 campaign with the Baltimore Ravens, playing in 14 games and logging 35 catches for 565 yards and three touchdowns.
While those numbers are obviously a far cry from Beckham’s old self, they aren’t bad for an auxiliary option, which is what Beckham would be in Carolina.
The question is, would Beckham accept that role?
There is obviously a reason why he is still available, which indicates there may be a disconnect between the type of player NFL teams know Beckham is and what Beckham feels he still is. Perhaps he is seeking a larger role, or maybe he is in search of big money.
The LSU product did meet with the Miami Dolphins last month and was offered a contract, but he turned it down.
It’s beginning to reach a point where Beckham may have to settle, and the Panthers could end up being one of the top potential landing spots for him.
We’ll see if Carolina tries to take a swing on Odell Beckham Jr., although you have to assume he would probably prefer to sign with a contender.
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