Demeco Ryans just dropped two words that are sending shockwaves through the AFC South, confirming star wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will absolutely play in Week 6 against the Jaguars in London. After a massive trade with the Arizona Cardinals following their first regular season win, the Texans landed Harrison Jr. in what’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting moves of the early season.
Harrison Jr. Reunites With Stroud After Blockbuster Deal
Can you believe this move? The Texans pulled the trigger on a blockbuster deal for Marvin Harrison Jr. after just one regular season win, bringing him over from the Arizona Cardinals. This isn’t just any trade, though, this is a reunion! Harrison Jr. is in his third NFL season and now he’s back with C.J. Stroud in Houston, their Ohio State connection ready to light up the league again. It’s a hugely exciting move for the Texans, and fans have been buzzing wondering when he’d hit the field. That question has been answered loud and clear.
Week 6 Debut is ON, But Don’t Expect Too Much Just Yet
Ryans kept it short and sweet when he told reporters on Wednesday, including Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, that Harrison Jr. will play. “Marvin will play,” the coach said, settling all the speculation. So yeah, the former Cardinals WR is suiting up for his new team less than a week after the trade. He’s facing a tough Jaguars defense, but one that can definitely be carved up through the air. Now, Ryans didn’t spill all the beans on Harrison’s exact involvement. He’ll play a role, sure, but it probably won’t be a huge one right out of the gate since it’s his first game with the team. Still, imagine this receiving corps: Nico Collins, Xavier Hutchinson, Jaylin Noel, Kayshon Boutte, and Harrison Jr. That’s an elite group with a ton of potential, especially with the Texans offense set to be without David Montgomery. Just having Harrison Jr. out there changes things.
Pivotal Matchup in London for Texans’ Early Season Hopes
This isn’t just any game for Houston. Harrison Jr.’s debut is happening in a massive AFC South matchup in London. The stakes are sky-high for the Texans, who are looking to avoid dropping to 1-5 and falling even further behind the Jaguars in the division. Ryans didn’t give up too many details on the offensive game plan, but getting Harrison Jr. on the field for even a few plays is huge for this pivotal game. Texans fans should be absolutely hyped to see him in action, knowing what this could mean for their season.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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