Report: Beckham's absence from OTAs related to desire for new contract

Odell Beckham Jr. has been spotted just about everywhere except for at the New York Giants organized team activities.

The star wideout has been training with Hall of Famer Cris Carter and also sat courtside at the NBA Finals. His absence from the Giants' facility may not be related to a busy schedule, however. Instead, it appears related to his desire for a new contract, sources informed ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Beckham is entering the final year of his rookie contract and the Giants exercised an $8.4-million fifth-year option for 2018.

Beckham proved worthy of a much richer deal long ago, however. In three years in the NFL, he has yet to record less than 1,300 yards or 10 touchdowns in a season. He is one of the league's brightest and most marketable stars, along with being one of its most skilled players.

He joins a long list of 2014 draftees in the market for a new deal, including Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr and Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman.