Transcript: WR Odell Beckham, Jr.

WR Odell Beckham, Jr.

April 26, 2016

Q: Do you see the division getting a lot better and tougher this year?

A: Honestly, I’m just focused on the Giants and what we need to do and the changes we’ve made. We have had two very good, bad years; losing games by three points, little mistakes that cost us the game. Looking at the things that we need to correct and seeing all the new faces, that will definitely be able to help us out, I’m really excited about this season.

Q: Do you like the new acquisitions, on defense especially?

A: Absolutely.

Q: How much would you welcome a new receiver to help you replace Rueben Randle?

A: It’s not my call about who we draft. I know we have guys in that room who can make plays. Looking at Victor Cruz and watching him, I know he’s as anxious as I am for him to be back on that field. It’s going to be fun to finally be able to line up with him. I’m definitely excited and looking forward to that. Whoever we pick up is whoever we pick up. I’m really more excited about his season more than ever.

Q: How sure are you that Victor Cruz will be there?

A: It’s not my call, but I have full faith in him. I’ve seen him from the little bits that we’ve worked out. Just his mindset, he seems like he’s in a good place and comfortable with himself. You’d have to ask him, but I’m looking forward to seeing him out there.

Q: What can he do for you? How can he enhance your game?

A: I think we benefit each other. Put us on the same side. Get three over two. Two people have to take one person and one person will be one-on-one and vice versa. So you pick your matchups. Talk about a lethal threat. He’s a guy I watched coming out. Many things I’ve done have been taken from his film. You’ll have to ask him how he feels, but from what I’ve seen, he looks good.

Q: What was your initial reaction to seeing a somewhat familiar foe (Josh Norman) sign with the Redskins, someone you’ll be seeing twice a season?

A: I play for the Giants. I’m looking forward to this year and everything we have ahead of us.

Q: You don’t have September 25th and January 1st circled on your calendar?

A: September 11th is our first game against the Cowboys.

Q: Is there a feeling out process now that your head coach used to be your offensive coordinator?

A: It’s kinda weird because something’s changed. Coach Coughlin leaving is huge. He’s the first NFL head coach I’ve had and will always be my first memory. But McAdoo is stepping in and he looks prepared and anxious for the season. He’s licking his chops. There’s something so exciting this year for the Giants and I can’t wait to be apart of it.

Q: How different are you from end of last year to now? What kind of progression have you taken?

A: Time. Time is really it. Time is the only thing that has changed. I’m just excited for next year.

Q: Are you excited for the Draft? Will you be watching it?

A: I don’t know if I’ll sit down and watch all 32 teams That’s a lot of time on the clock. I didn’t enjoy sitting back in the green room nervous and waiting. Whoever we pick up will be a good pick, will be a good one.

Q: What’s your mindset coming into this season?

A: I’m just anxious. It was a long off-season. You feel like you’re just sitting there and waiting around. There’s so much time to think. It was hard for me. One of my off-seasons at LSU, I had a nice year and wanted to come back and do even more. I was in California training three times a day. But I had to take a step back. The season is a very long one and I’ve learned that the hard way. So just taking care of your body and doing the little things is important. This is going to be one for the books.

Q: What’s your reaction to Eli Manning saying you have to raise your game?

A: I’m ready. I have goals in mind. There are a lot of banners that aren’t here that need to be in here. That’s something that I look at every day. There’s nothing that crosses my mind more than putting a fifth banner here, saying 2016 Super Bowl Champions. Your name will be here forever and it’s something you can take with you for a lifetime. There’s nothing more that’s on my mind than winning a Super Bowl.