Former 3x Pro Bowler Clears the Way for Kansas City Debut with $3M Contract After 6-Game PED Suspension
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The Kansas City Chiefs are set to make headlines once again, as one of the NFL’s most recognizable wide receivers prepares to join the team following his six-game suspension for PED use.
According to league insider Tom Pelissero, the Chiefs and former All-Pro receiver Odell Beckham Jr. have reached an agreement in principle on a one-year, $3 million contract, pending final reinstatement by the NFL. The deal is expected to be finalized later this week, paving the way for Beckham’s long-awaited return to the field — and his first-ever stint in Kansas City.
Beckham, 32, has openly praised the Chiefs organization and quarterback Patrick Mahomes in recent interviews, noting his admiration for the two-time MVP’s leadership and work ethic.
“At this stage of my career, I’m not chasing fame or stats — I’m chasing legacy. And when I stepped into Kansas City, I could feel it. That team breathes winning and belief. I truly admire Patrick Mahomes — he’s a quarterback of calm confidence and quiet greatness,” Beckham said.
For the Chiefs, Beckham represents not just a veteran presence but a proven playmaker who can bring energy and leadership to a receiving corps led by Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, and Marquise Brown.
After bouncing between the Ravens and Dolphins with limited production (just 9 receptions for 55 yards in 2024), Beckham’s arrival in Kansas City signals a potential turning point — a chance to rewrite the final chapter of his storied career alongside one of the league’s most dynamic offenses.