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Marvin Harrison Jr. trade rumors grow as NFL executives expect deal

Several NFL executives believe the Cardinals wide receiver will be traded, with interested teams doing due diligence.

By Cole Hartwell
Marvin Harrison
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Marvin Harrison Jr. is increasingly expected to be traded by the Arizona Cardinals, according to multiple reports ahead of the November 10 NFL trade deadline. Jason La Canfora of Casino.org reports that “several” NFL executives believe Harrison will be the next notable player traded, and an expectation exists among evaluators that a trade will be finalized relatively soon. Josina Anderson of The Exhibit adds Harrison has been frequently mentioned in recent trade talks around the league.

What happened

Teams have begun due diligence on a potential trade and reached out to the Cardinals to gauge Harrison’s ability, per ESPN. The Cardinals are “not shopping” Harrison, according to a post from Underdog NFL citing Josh Weinfuss and Stephen Holder. However, the Indianapolis Colts are among teams that would entertain the idea of trading for him.

Opinions are split around the league on what a fair offer would be. One source told Josina Anderson that a second-round pick could be the price, while ESPN reports at least one team values Harrison as a “quality Day 3 pick.”

Context

Harrison’s production has declined significantly since his rookie season. Through the first four games of 2026, he has just five receptions for 85 yards and one touchdown on 13 targets. He is averaging 21.3 receiving yards per game this season, down from 50.7 in 2025 and 52.1 in his rookie year.

The 24-year-old’s role in Arizona’s offense has diminished under new head coach Mike LaFleur. Fellow receiver Michael Wilson has 25 receptions for 258 yards and a touchdown, while tight end Trey McBride remains a focal point. Harrison has a 74% snap share but ranks 39th in receiving yards among 41 first-round receivers through their first four games of Year 3, according to CBS Sports.

Timeline

October 7: CBS Sports reported trade discussions around Harrison, noting the Cardinals are “not all that enthralled with trading him” but could hear an offer they cannot decline. The report mentioned the Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders as potential landing spots.

October 8: CBS Sports highlighted Harrison’s struggles, with just five catches through four games and a drop in target rate to fewer than one in 10 routes this season.

Depth chart

Michael Wilson has 44 targets, 25 receptions, 258 yards, and a touchdown this season while playing 91% of snaps. Kendrick Bourne has 12 catches for 108 yards, and Jalen Brooks has just one target on 5% of snaps.

What’s next

The NFL trade deadline is November 10. Harrison’s next game is in Week 5, when the Cardinals host the Detroit Lions on Sunday, October 11. His Sleeper projection for that game is 5.8 PPR points.

Colts among teams that would entertain the idea of trading for Marvin Harrison Jr., per @joshweinfuss and @HolderStephen. Cardinals "are not shopping" Harrison but other teams are still doing their due diligence.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Harrison’s fantasy value is at an all-time low entering Week 5, projected for just 5.8 PPR points against the Lions. With only 5 catches for 85 yards through four games and a deteriorating target share, he is not a recommended start in most formats. A trade could boost his outlook if he lands in a better situation, and several executives expect a deal to be finalized relatively soon, but the Cardinals reportedly are not shopping him. His usage is trending down: 13 targets on the season, versus Michael Wilson’s 44. Wilson is the clear beneficiary and is a stronger fantasy play this week. Kendrick Bourne remains a secondary option. Consider stashing Harrison only in deep leagues if you can afford the roster spot in case a trade materializes, but do not count on immediate production.

Quick answers

Will Marvin Harrison Jr. be traded?

Several NFL executives believe Harrison will be traded, but the Cardinals are 'not shopping' him, and no deal is confirmed.

What is Marvin Harrison Jr.'s trade value?

Opinions vary: one source suggested a second-round pick, while ESPN reports at least one team values him as a 'quality Day 3 pick.'

Which teams are interested in Marvin Harrison Jr.?

The Indianapolis Colts have interest, and reports have mentioned the Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders as potential fits.

Sources

  1. NFL schedule, Week 5 (ESPN)
  2. Player data (Sleeper)
  3. Arizona Cardinals depth chart, WR (Sleeper)
  4. Colts among teams that would entertain the idea of trading for Marvin Harrison Jr., per @joshweinfuss and @HolderStephen. Cardinals "are not shopping" Harrison but other teams are still doing their due diligence. (X (@UnderdogNFL))
  5. Would a Marvin Harrison Jr. trade unlock his potential? History offers hope, and a warning (CBS Sports)
  6. Marvin Harrison Jr. trade packages: What Cardinals could get for former No. 4 overall pick (CBS Sports)
  7. Trade Expectation Growing For Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr.? (Pro Football Rumors)

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