Odell Beckham Jr.’s iconic No. 13 jersey for the New York Giants is officially off the market, and it’s already got a new owner. The Giants recently released wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. on Tuesday, and just like that, the number is now being worn by quarterback Jake Haener, according to Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News.
From Waived to Wearing a Legend’s Number
Haener’s path to snagging the number wasn’t exactly straightforward. The Giants had actually waived Haener on Monday. Why? To clear space for quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who they picked up in a trade from the Minnesota Vikings. But get this: Haener then cleared waivers and the Giants re-signed him, bringing him back onto the practice squad. So yeah, a practice squad quarterback is now rocking a number that used to belong to one of the most electric playmakers in recent Giants history. Wild, right?
What This Jersey Move Actually Means
This move is more than just a jersey assignment. It’s a definitive closing of the chapter on Odell Beckham Jr.’s time in New York. Reassigning a number like 13 so quickly after his release tells you everything you need to know about the Giants’ direction. They’re clearly ready to turn the page, and giving that number to a practice squad QB like Haener sends a clear message: it’s a new era.
This move isn’t about the upcoming game or a division race. It’s a clear signal from the Giants that they’ve fully embraced a new path, completely moving on from the Beckham era. For Jake Haener, wearing No. 13 now carries some serious weight, whether he’s on the practice squad or beyond. It’s a fresh start for the number, and for the Giants, it’s a look forward, no rearview mirror.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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