Odell Beckham Jr.’s new scoring strategy appears to be working.
In the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Panthers, Giants quarterback Eli Manning, who was recently on the receiving end of the star wideout’s shade, passed to Beckham, appearing to be a wide receiver screen. Only, Beckham looked deep for running back Saquon Barkley, who was streaking down the field uncovered and caught the pass for a touchdown. The Giants closed to within 20-10 at halftime.
Beckham receiving touchdowns this season: 0.
Beckham passing touchdowns this season: 1.
Hours before the game, ESPN aired Beckham’s explosive interview, which reportedly left first-year Giants head coach Pat Shurmur “absolutely livid.