The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly finalizing a deal to trade their former first-round wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., according to NFL insiders Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport. This is a massive shake-up, and it’s hitting just as rumors have been swirling for weeks.
Off The Field And Out The Door
Talk about immediate impact: Harrison has already been told he won’t be active for Sunday afternoon’s game against the Detroit Lions. The Cardinals are clearly clearing the deck to get this trade wrapped up, which just makes you wonder how long this deal has been in the works behind the scenes. The acquiring team hasn’t been named yet, leaving everyone guessing where this former No. 4 overall pick will land next.
The Slow Start That Led To A Stunning Exit
Honestly, the writing might have been on the wall for a bit. Harrison’s 2026 campaign has gotten off to a super slow start, and that’s fueled a lot of the trade chatter. His stats for the season tell a story: just 5 receptions for 85 yards and 1 touchdown. He’s averaging only 21.3 receiving yards per game. The kicker, though, is his career-low 38.5% catch rate. Those numbers scream “underperforming,” especially for a player drafted so high, and clearly the Cardinals agreed something had to change.
So, Harrison is out for Sunday’s game, and the league is on high alert waiting for the other shoe to drop. What a wild turn of events for the Cardinals and for the entire NFL early in this regular season.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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