ODELL'S DILEMMA

The world saw the other side of New York Giant wide receiver Odell Beckham, Jr. and it wasn't pretty; as a matter of fact the onslaught of repetitive replays made it even more alarming. To say it was uncalled for is fair and to say action should be taken swiftly is appropriate.

Odell has shown he doesn't like to be stopped which is normal for a competitive and world class wide receiver in the NFL. But the way you display your frustration is the issue the world is currently wrestling with. We like OBJ; he's fun, cool and does pre-game rituals akin to Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors. The kind that make you get to the venue hours ahead of schedule just to witness the skill set that leave your jaw agape.

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But what was witnessed yesterday left it wide open for a different reason. Code violation as some players have told me. Disrespect as others have illustrated and my opinion is "Totally uncalled for." But the bigger question or more specific his dilemma is: Where do you go from here? Odell is young but already on the verge of stardom on and off the field. He has endorsements, and I wonder if they're in jeopardy. He has big shoe and apparel contracts that will no doubt undergo scrutiny. And he has fans who will certainly question their allegiance to him after witnessing his latest temper tantrum. In case you didn't know it's not his first transgression but it most certainly is his worst.

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OBJ has to make up his mind as to which player he wants the world to see. The gifted, athletic and graceful wide receiver who conjures up catches reminiscent of John Jefferson and Cris Carter. Or the diva craving attention one like Chad Ocho Cinco and Terrell Owens who clearly wanted the camera and attention on them. They both have had unparalleled success but the way they're remembered is what stays with you long after the game is gone. His call either way but I can assure you of one thing, he will not be happy if he's remembered for his behavior versus his talent. When you talk about Jerry Rice or Tim Brown it's all about the talent and that's where they kept the focus. Odell needs to follow the path these Hall of Fame receivers laid. Its all about the routes they run and nothing else. Let your play do the talking and let your talking sit on the bench; at least until after the game. Then your words can run amuck, hopefully with respect in tow.

Odell I love your game and your talent. But that's all I want to see on the field. You're young and I was too once upon a time so I accept that this lapse in emotional control as a product of your maturity. Anyone my age can admit we made mistakes as well; but the key is to learn from them and keep growing beyond this. With that being said, I hope you do and go on to become the world class receiver we all think you're destined to be.  You're still headed that way....in spite of. That's the way I see it sitting in The Box Seat. I'm Wayne Box Miller.