At the NFL annual meeting on Monday, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel provided insights to the team’s ongoing offseason pursuits, shedding light on the Miami’s interest in veteran wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.
The Miami Dolphins made a contract offer to wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. last week, coach Mike McDaniel said Monday during the NFL's league meetings in Orlando, Florida.https://t.co/UvKTNQlZqS
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 25, 2024
Speaking to reporters, McDaniel revealed that discussions with Beckham are still underway, indicating a potential deal in the making.
“Things went great with him,” McDaniel said. “We did make him an offer and business takes time, especially with players such as Odell, who’s had a phenomenal career, still has really good football in front of him and has options. So, I think those conversations will be ongoing. We’ll see where they go.”
Thinking you can coach the guy is the first mistake.
— Maybe: CLEDAWG (@cledawg216) March 25, 2024
McDaniel emphasized the ongoing nature of negotiations, stating, “I don’t live in the world of crystal balling and I do stay in my lane as a coach.”
“I’m definitely ready to coach him if we can come to an agreement and I think both sides are trying to work towards that. We’ll see what happens,” he concluded.
Yeah please don’t sign Odell please come to KC
— Kayden Hancock (@KaydenHancock30) March 21, 2024
Following a disappointing single-season stint with the Baltimore Ravens, Beckham is once again a free agent.
His recent visit to the Dolphins facility indicates mutual interest, yet the impending deal hinges on various factors, notably Beckham’s asking price and the Dolphins financial constraints.
With limited cap space and other positional needs to address, the Dolphins seek a balanced approach in their pursuit of the veteran receiver.
Guys just a PR stunt at this point
— Brian Eichinger (@beichinger_) March 25, 2024
Despite the allure of Miami’s roster, OBJ may need to reconsider his financial expectations to align with the Dolphins aspirations of building a legitimate Super Bowl contender.
While not nearly the explosive playmaker he once was, Beckham still provides valuable experience and leadership at the right price.
The Dolphins have first hand experience that Odell is still a PLAYMAKERpic.twitter.com/jU2VvRRJ70 https://t.co/QxvNU7pDj5
— Paul Booming (@blakebooming) March 21, 2024
McDaniel and the Dolphins know they have a reputation around the league as being “soft.”
They have plenty of areas they need to address. However, adding OBJ on a reasonable contract would only add to their already-loaded offensive arsenal.
At this rate being back Jarvis for a 1 year deal in case of injuries etc the QUAD stack of landry, OBJ, Reek, Waddle, 🙏🏼🥹🥹👀👀🐬🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/DBTom6uTSM
— Angel Garcia (@AngelGBanda) March 21, 2024
What are your thoughts on Miami’s interest in OBJ?
How much does he have left in the tank? … What type of contract is he deserving of?
What else do the Dolphins need to do to build themselves into a true Super Bowl contender???
I need Odell in dolphin jersey this year. pic.twitter.com/HY2ZunG8mq
— phins4thewins (@foosballtalkin) March 21, 2024