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C.J. Stroud on Marvin Harrison Jr.
Stroud says Harrison Jr. is a confident player who won't be affected by outside criticism.
In brief
Stroud says Harrison Jr. is a confident player who won't be affected by outside criticism. C.J. Stroud believes Marvin Harrison Jr. will succeed despite negative perceptions due to his maturity and work ethic. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
C.J. Stroud on Marvin Harrison Jr.
Stroud says Harrison Jr. is a confident player who won't be affected by outside criticism.
“It’s nice to have my guy back, and I’m excited to be rolling with him.”
Harrison's maturity and work ethic
Stroud describes Harrison as a mature freshman with strong work ethic and route running skills.
“Him and Emeka [Egbuka] were some of the most mature freshmen that I’ve been around.”
Quarterback-friendly receiver
Stroud calls Harrison a quarterback-friendly receiver who gets open on time.
“He gets open on time, I think he’s a very quarterback friendly receiver.”
Stroud's perspective on Harrison
Stroud believes Harrison will succeed despite negative perceptions due to his confidence and maturity.
“I don’t agree with some of the things that are being said about him.”
Harrison's future outlook
Stroud expects Harrison to continue improving and thrive with the Texans.
“He’s a confident dude. He’ll be fine.”
Harrison's debut timeline
Harrison makes his Texans debut against the Jaguars on Sunday, October 15, 2026.
“When the Texans acquired Marvin Harrison Jr. from the Cardinals, they reunited the young receiver with his college quarterback, C.J. Stroud.”
Stroud's advice to Harrison
Stroud emphasizes focusing on what you can control rather than outside opinions.
“I think that’s more important. I try to just be [a resource] to him if I need to.”
Here's the gist
C.J. Stroud believes Marvin Harrison Jr. will succeed despite negative perceptions due to his maturity and work ethic.
