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Archived story · published November 8, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Sports · November 8, 2026

Report: Vikings to sign Odell Beckham Jr. to 53-man roster

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The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly signing wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to their 53-man active roster ahead of their Monday night game against the Buffalo Bills. Beckham, who joined the Vikings' practice squad in October, is expected to make his debut for the team following his release from the New York Giants earlier this season. The veteran receiver joins a Vikings offense currently ranked near the bottom of the league in passing yards and scoring.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • The Minnesota Vikings are signing Odell Beckham Jr. to their 53-man roster
  • Beckham is expected to make his Vikings debut against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night

Reported by only some outlets

  • Tom Pelissero of Netflix reported the signing
  • The Ringer reported the signing
  • Beckham signed with the Vikings practice squad on Oct. 7
  • Beckham was released by the New York Giants roughly a week before joining the Vikings practice squad
  • Beckham turned 34 on Nov. 5
  • Beckham missed the entire 2025 season
  • Beckham played nine games for the Miami Dolphins in 2024
  • The Vikings offense is 27th in scoring and 31st in passing
  • The Buffalo Bills defense is 30th in passing yards allowed and 27th in touchdown passes permitted

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