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Giants’ Odell Beckham Jr. Reclaims No. 13 Jersey for Tuesday Practice
Odell Beckham Jr. returns to No. 13 after making the Giants’ 53-man roster, and Jalin Hyatt’s release opened the number.
On Tuesday, the New York Giants announced wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. made the team's 53-man roster for the 2026 season. Beckham admitted he was in tears after securing his spot.
Wide receiver Jalin Hyatt held No. 13 before being waived Sunday and re-signed to the practice squad. This personnel move cleared the path for Beckham to reclaim his original jersey number.
The Giants posted a video captioned "OBJ back in 13" on Tuesday, showcasing highlights of Beckham in his original number. The announcement generated immediate fan engagement across social media.
Beckham's return to the Giants generates significant nostalgia entering the 2026 season. When asked about the jersey situation, he stated, "We'll see what happens," before ultimately reclaiming No. 13.
Hyatt's move to the practice squad facilitated the jersey switch, removing the obstacle that had previously complicated Beckham's return. The veteran now wears the number he wore when drafted by the Giants.