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Texans Trade Marvin Harrison Jr. for NFL Draft Pick
Texans trade Marvin Harrison Jr. to boost 2024 draft strategy.
In brief
Texans trade Marvin Harrison Jr. to boost 2024 draft strategy. Houston Texans traded for Marvin Harrison Jr. despite concerns about his effort after his first week with the team. Originally reported by Houston Texans On SI.
Texans Trade for Harrison Jr.
Houston Texans made a bold move this week by trading with Arizona Cardinals for wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. in exchange for a second and seventh-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Harrison Jr.'s Early Play Concerns
Harrison Jr. recorded over 800 receiving yards in his rookie year but has shown declining performance since then, raising questions about his effort.
Harrison Jr.'s Effort in Arizona
Harrison Jr. has been criticized for not fully running routes when not targeted, poor blocking, and lack of intensity compared to his college days.
Texans Unconcerned About Effort
Texans are aware of Harrison Jr.'s past effort but have no signs that his lack of intensity has followed him to Houston.
Team Source on Harrison Jr.
A team source believes Harrison Jr.'s new environment with his college quarterback could unlock his potential.
Coach Ryans on Harrison Jr.
Head coach DeMeco Ryans noted Harrison Jr. was working with his assistant coach the first night and showed no signs of lack of effort.
Harrison Jr. on Effort Concerns
Harrison Jr. said everyone has opinions about his effort but he knows who he is as a player and person regardless of labels.
Harrison Jr.'s First Week
Harrison Jr. has less than a week to adjust to Houston's offense and likely will play only a select number of snaps this weekend.
Harrison Jr.'s Potential Shift
Harrison Jr. may find more success with Houston's system and back catching passes from his college quarterback.
Trade Could Be Home Run
The trade for Harrison Jr. could become a home run for the Texans if his effort improves with the new environment.
What matters most
Houston Texans traded for Marvin Harrison Jr. despite concerns about his effort after his first week with the team.
