Odell Beckham Jr. recently opened up about the infamous 2017 boat photo, shedding light on what really transpired and expressing frustration over lingering jokes. The wide receiver, now with the Ravens, reflected on the Miami trip with former Giants teammates after their win over Washington in the regular-season finale.
The photo, taken on a yacht, became a focal point of controversy as the Giants headed to the playoffs, culminating in a disappointing 38-13 defeat to the Packers. Beckham admitted that his biggest regret was letting the fallout affect his confidence for the critical wild-card matchup.
Speaking on the “Punch Line” podcast hosted by teammate Marlon Humphrey, Beckham shared his perspective: “The attention had been shifted from the New York Giants versus the Green Bay Packers to this boat story.” He emphasized that his regret wasn’t about celebrating on New Year’s but putting himself in a situation that became a distraction.
Recalling the night, Beckham explained the spontaneous decision to fly to Miami for a celebration. A delayed flight led them to an after-party with Trey Songz and Justin Bieber, ending up on a boat. Beckham borrowed Victor Cruz’s boots and noted the picture’s context, saying, “No one on that boat thought that his picture would be posted before going to the playoffs.”
Reflecting on the aftermath, Beckham acknowledged it wasn’t the best decision, but stressed personal growth since then: “I’ve become a father since then, I’ve won a whole Super Bowl [with the Rams], I’ve become three different people, three evolutions of myself since that time.”
Addressing recent rumors about plans to rent a massive yacht for the Ravens’ offensive players, Beckham vehemently denied them: “Bulls–t. It makes me mad. Those plans were never had. It’s like the joke lives on. That joke is weak and played out.”
Beckham, known for his famous one-handed catch during his Giants tenure, has undergone significant life changes, including winning a Super Bowl with the Rams and embracing fatherhood. Despite the challenges, he remains resilient, emphasizing the importance of personal evolution and leaving past judgments behind.brarave