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Marvin Harrison Jr. appears headed for an exit from Arizona, according to Saturday reporting from ESPN and NFL.com. The Cardinals are reportedly finalizing a trade involving the wide receiver, although the reports have not identified his destination.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Arizona told Harrison he would be inactive against the Detroit Lions on Sunday while the details were being finalized.
Houston is involved in talks—not a confirmed destination
The Texans have discussed Harrison with Arizona, according to ESPN and NFL.com. ESPN described Houston as being in the mix, but that is not confirmation that the receiver is joining the Texans.
The Saturday reports reviewed for this story do not name a definite acquiring team or announce the final trade compensation. The deal should therefore be treated as reported and pending, not completed.
Sources: ESPN · NFL.com / NFL Network
A reported asking price, not an agreed return
ESPN reported that Arizona had asked for a second-round draft pick and more. NBC Sports also reported that the Cardinals had been looking for a package including a second-round selection, while emphasizing that the eventual return remained uncertain.
Sources: ESPN · NBC Sports / Pro Football Talk
A quiet start for the former fourth overall pick
Arizona selected Harrison fourth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft out of Ohio State. NFL.com reported that he has five receptions for 85 yards and one touchdown through four games this season.
ESPN reported that injuries affected his second season, limiting him to 12 games. The key outstanding details now are where Harrison goes and what Arizona receives; neither should be assumed from the reported Houston interest.
Sources: NFL.com / NFL Network · ESPN
Sources
- ESPN — Sources: Cardinals finalizing deal to trade WR Marvin Harrison Jr. · Source dated
- NFL.com / NFL Network — NFL Network: Cardinals finalizing trade of WR Marvin Harrison Jr. · Source dated
- NBC Sports / Pro Football Talk — Report: Cardinals will be trading receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. · Source dated