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Odell Beckham Jr. cites Nadal doc as he reflects on mentoring Malik Nabers

OBJ leans on Nadal's grind for his comeback.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 41 min read
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Part 2: OBJ with the media reflects on helping Malik Nabers, the shape he is in and expectations for himself. In the pre

What happened: In a media session shared by @JosinaAnderson, Odell Beckham Jr. reflected on helping Malik Nabers, the shape he is in, and the expectations he holds for himself. Beckham said watching the Rafael Nadal documentary influenced him, pointing to everything Nadal has done to fight through injuries and refuse to quit.

Why it matters: The remarks land in the NFL offseason as Beckham weighs his next step and continues to position himself as a mentor to the next generation of receivers. Nabers, recovering from a second knee procedure earlier this offseason, is among the young pass-catchers Beckham referenced supporting.

What to watch: Watch for clarity on Beckham's playing future and conditioning ahead of the 2026 season, and for updates on Nabers' recovery timeline as camp approaches.

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