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Schefter: Harrison Jr. Trade Talks Heating Up
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In Short: ESPN's Adam Schefter says the Arizona Cardinals are open to trade talks for wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., though they're not enthusiastic about it.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported this week that the Arizona Cardinals are open to trade talks for wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., though the team is not enthusiastic about the idea. Schefter noted that other teams are doing their due diligence into Harrison's situation, making it plausible that he could be traded before the Nov. trade deadline.
According to Schefter, Harrison has struggled this season, with just four catches for 73 yards and no touchdowns in three games. His performance has been disappointing, especially considering his pedigree as the son of NFL Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison.
Bleacher Report and NFLTradeRumors.co both reported that Harrison's slow start to the season has led to increased trade speculation. Schefter mentioned that while the Cardinals are not eager to trade Harrison, other teams are actively exploring the possibility.
Newsweek reported that some teams believe Harrison doesn't fit the Cardinals' current offense and could be made available. However, the Cardinals have not given any indication that they are eager or even interested in trading him, despite the speculation.
Schefter and Ian Rapoport of ESPN also mentioned that the Pittsburgh Steelers have become open to listening to offers for their own wide receiver, Chase Claypool, potentially making Harrison a more viable trade candidate.
The Athletic’s Jonathan Jones noted that Harrison's struggles could be due to a combination of factors, including injuries, drops, and the instability of his quarterback position. An AFC executive told Jones that young players can be weighed down by such issues, suggesting that a change of scenery might benefit Harrison.
Despite the speculation, Schefter and his ESPN colleagues have emphasized that the Cardinals are not actively seeking to trade Harrison. The team's reluctance stems from the belief that Harrison could still develop into a valuable player with the right circumstances.
In the meantime, Harrison will have the opportunity to rebound when the Cardinals face the New York Giants in Week 4. His performance in the upcoming game could influence the Cardinals' decision on whether to keep him or explore trade options.
Background
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported this week that the Arizona Cardinals are open to trade talks for wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., though the team is not enthusiastic about the idea.
What's confirmed
- ESPN's Adam Schefter reported this week that the Arizona Cardinals are open to trade talks for wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., though the team is not enthusiastic about the idea. Schefter noted that other teams are doing their due diligence into Harrison's situation, making it plausible that he could be traded before the Nov. trade deadline.
- According to Schefter, Harrison has struggled this season, with just four catches for 73 yards and no touchdowns in three games. His performance has been disappointing, especially considering his pedigree as the son of NFL Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison.
- Bleacher Report and NFLTradeRumors.co both reported that Harrison's slow start to the season has led to increased trade speculation. Schefter mentioned that while the Cardinals are not eager to trade Harrison, other teams are actively exploring the possibility.
- Newsweek reported that some teams believe Harrison doesn't fit the Cardinals' current offense and could be made available. However, the Cardinals have not given any indication that they are eager or even interested in trading him, despite the speculation.
- Schefter and Ian Rapoport of ESPN also mentioned that the Pittsburgh Steelers have become open to listening to offers for their own wide receiver, Chase Claypool, potentially making Harrison a more viable trade candidate.
- The Athletic’s Jonathan Jones noted that Harrison's struggles could be due to a combination of factors, including injuries, drops, and the instability of his quarterback position. An AFC executive told Jones that young players can be weighed down by such issues, suggesting that a change of scenery might benefit Harrison.
- Despite the speculation, Schefter and his ESPN colleagues have emphasized that the Cardinals are not actively seeking to trade Harrison. The team's reluctance stems from the belief that Harrison could still develop into a valuable player with the right circumstances.
- In the meantime, Harrison will have the opportunity to rebound when the Cardinals face the New York Giants in Week 4. His performance in the upcoming game could influence the Cardinals' decision on whether to keep him or explore trade options.
What's still developing
- Schefter reported that with Mack hoping to compete for his first championship ring at this stage in his career, the Chargers "need to turn it around to keep him."
- During this week's episode of Sunday NFL Countdown, ESPN's Adam Schefter listed Arizona Cardinals receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., Cleveland Browns receiver Jerry Jeudy and Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack among the "names to watch" ahead of the Nov.
- “When you get injured, stop seeing the ball, have drops and not in the most stable quarterback position to help get that page turned, it can weigh on young guys,” one AFC executive told Jones.
- We took a look at some potential landing spots for Harrison if the Cardinals elect to move on.
- "Harrison is a player to monitor closer to the deadline," Fowler wrote.
- "Teams are still trying to assess what has happened with someone who seemed like a slam dunk out of Ohio State. 'I don't think one scout expected this. I didn't see all the drops and lack of competing [in college],' one team evaluator pointed out. 'Very weird. Probably needs a fresh start. Looks too big for him right now."' Harrison will attempt to rebound when the Cardinals play the New York Giants in Week 4.
- Porter and the Steelers have been involved in a contract dispute all summer and remain far apart on a potential extension.
- ESPN's Jeremy Fowler recently reported that tight end Trey McBride and wide receiver Michael Wilson "are clearly the Cardinals' primary options," and the 2024 No. 4 pick "would have a market, though not for a high pick (possibly a quality Day 3 pick, as one team forecasted)."
- However, they're not "enthralled" by the prospect of moving the struggling wide receiver.