Earlier this month, multiple rumors were out that the Browns were shopping OBJ to the Vikings in return for some draft picks. These rumors were eventually shot down by the Browns organization. However, sources say the Browns will move him eventually.
The 6 year receiver had his worst year in terms of yards, touchdowns, and receptions (seasons excluding 2017 since OBJ was injured). His production levels have dropped with his new Quarterback Baker Mayfield.
A trade involving OBJ would not be too surprising at the moment, considering the shocking and sudden trades of both Stefon Diggs, DeAndre Hopkins, and Brandin Cooks
Beckham can tend to be a demanding receiver. He can get very upset with his team mates, especially the QB, when there is poor play involved. If a QB overthrows Beckham, or misses him when he is wide open, OBJ will throw a lot of tantrums and can get extremely angry, as shown by his interactions with the kicking net.
Beckham has not had as good as seasons as he did in his first 3 years, and you can bet he is on thin ice with Mayfield after just one season. Though he hasn’t caused as many off field issues, he seems upset with the Browns organization.
If the star-studded WR is traded, it would not come to surprise as many fans than it did back in old days, since it is not as hard for teams to get rid of raw talent. The recent General Managers are not as afraid in today’s NFL to trade away great talent if they think their trade partner provides good value in return. It has become standard practice for teams to get rid of their top players.
Even with the rumors of OBJ being traded, it might be hard for the Browns to find a trade partner. With great receivers like DeAndre Hopkins, Devante Adams, Julio Jones, Micheal Thomas, and a whole new draft class dominant of receivers, it could be hard to find a team that would prefer Beckham. With his past issues off and on the field, it wouldn’t be shocking to see a team prefer a rookie receiver.
Even though none of these rumors are true, it is very likely, especially of the era of disposable talent we live in.
