Odell Beckham Jr., the star wide receiver for the LSU Tigers and the New York Giants, remains a popular name years after retirement. The three-time Pro Bowl pick and Super Bowl champion still draws huge attention. A new update has fans talking again about the icon known for his strong play and honest views off the field.
Apr 6, 2025; New York, New York, USA; NFL wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. sits courtside during the second half of the NBA game between the New York Knicks and the Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Apr 6, 2025; New York, New York, USA; NFL wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. sits courtside during the second half of the NBA game between the New York Knicks and the Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Beckham has opened up about the struggle of living on a five-year $100 million contract. Beckham says it is nearly impossible to build generational wealth with that money. Beckham discussed the math behind such deals in a late 2025 podcast appearance.
“I always explain this to people, you give somebody a five-year, $100million contract. It’s five years for 60. We’re getting taxed. That’s 12 (million) a year that you have to spend, use, save, invest, flaunt, whatever,” Beckhamsaid on The Pivot Podcast.
Heartbreaking: The legendary Odell Beckham Jr. talks about the struggle of living on a 5-year $100 million contract.
He says it’s nearly impossible to build generational wealth with that money.
OBJ only made ~$99 Million in his career 😔💔 pic.twitter.com/9NuQmtpb6d
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) February 21, 2026
“I’m just being real. I’m going to buy a car, get my mom a house. Everything costs money. If you’re spending $ 4 million a year, that’s really $ 40 million over five years, or $8 million a year.”
Odell Beckham Jr.’s career NFLearnings from contracts only total exactly $108,204,620.
He played 10 seasons, starting with the New York Giants in 2014. The former first-team All-Pro won Super Bowl LVI with the Los Angeles Rams in 2021. Beckham also suited up for the Cleveland Browns, the Baltimore Ravens, and the Miami Dolphins. Beckhamearned the bulk of his money during his time with the Giants and Browns.
The Giants’ star said the NFL is tough because careers are short and players pay high taxes and living costs. The Super Bowl winner explained that even big contracts do not always lead to long-term family safety.
Now a free agent at 23, Beckham’s situation adds to the talk about money skills in the NFL. He remains an important voice in player money talks.
Fans criticize Odell Beckham Jr.’s viral comments on NFL contract struggles
Fans had mixed views on Beckham’s thoughts about the five-year, $100 million contract. Some agreed that keeping the money for the long term is not always easy, while others felt that such a large amount should be more than enough for life.
One fansaid, “Yea it’s hard when u paying ig bitches to shit on yo chest for 5 years.”
A second fansaid, “Give me 100 million dollars and you’ll never see my face or hear my name ever again. I don’t need a lambo and a half million dollar necklace. My grand kids grand kids would still be spending my money.”
A third fansaid, “100M isn’t generational wealth?”
A fourth fansaid, “Most people are trying to survive on $1,000 a month and we’re supposed to feel bad about struggling with $100M?”
A fifth fansaid, “Rich but cryin’ broke? I’d be chillin’ forever.”
These reactions blend humor and perspective on howOdell Beckham Jr. sees money in the NFL. His approach reminds fans that player money issues can be complex, even at the highest level of the NFL.