Let’s explore a universe where Odell Beckham Jr., NFL superstar and crypto experimenter, decides to take his 2024 salary entirely in Bitcoin. Much like Beckham’s iconic one-handed catch, this scenario is a bold and unforgettable play.
The Numbers: More Jaw-Dropping Than a Hail Mary
Odell’s 2024 contract with the Miami Dolphins is worth $3 million. If he had followed his 2021 move and converted his entire salary into Bitcoin at the start of the season in early September—when Bitcoin was priced around $25,900—he’d have acquired approximately 116 Bitcoins.
Fast forward to today. Bitcoin has surged to an astounding $96,000 per coin. Beckham’s hypothetical Bitcoin stash would now be worth $11.14 million—a mind-blowing 271% return on his original salary. That’s right, in just a few months, Beckham’s crypto gamble would have turned his $3 million paycheck into a payday worthy of its own end-zone celebration. For context, that’s enough to buy him several Lamborghinis—or fund his own NFL franchise’s snack budget for years.
Beckham’s Crypto Chronicles: Lessons in Risk and Reward
Of course, this isn’t Beckham’s first flirtation with Bitcoin. Back in 2021, he opted to receive his $750,000 base salary from the Los Angeles Rams in cryptocurrency. Unfortunately, his timing couldn’t have been worse. Bitcoin’s value nosedived shortly after, and tax obligations reportedly left him with significantly less than anticipated. If 2021 was a cautionary tale, this hypothetical 2024 scenario would mark Beckham’s triumphant crypto redemption arc.
Crypto and the NFL: A Growing Trend
As highlighted in FTW’s article, Beckham isn’t alone in the NFL’s crypto playbook. Stars like Trevor Lawrence and Aaron Rodgers have experimented with receiving payments in cryptocurrency, hoping to score big on Bitcoin’s volatility. But as Beckham’s real-world experience shows, this is a game of high stakes and high rewards, with a fumble always looming.
Beckham’s Legacy: Bitcoin MVP or Cautionary Tale?
If Beckham had gone all-in on Bitcoin again in 2024, his hypothetical earnings would be a testament to the power of “diamond hands.” But would he have held onto his stash long enough to ride the wave to $96,000? Or would the lure of an early cash-out have left millions on the blockchain?
No matter the answer, Beckham’s crypto experiments remind us that NFL players aren’t just chasing touchdowns; some are chasing financial innovation—and a legacy far beyond the gridiron. In this hypothetical world, Beckham doesn’t just make a play for Bitcoin wealth; he rewrites the rules of the financial game.
Now enjoy some prime Odell top plays:
