Key Takeaways

• Through two games in 2026, tight end Trey McBride leads the Cardinals in catches, yards and touchdowns, while Marvin Harrison Jr. remains notably quiet as a pass catcher. Michael Wilson has emerged with 14 targets—the most of any player not named McBride—while Harrison has only four targets across Weeks 1 and 2.
• Brissett defended Harrison, saying external noise over his early-season production is unwarranted and pointing out that Wilson recently signed a three-year, $75 million extension (roughly $25 million per year). The quarterback emphasized continuing to develop chemistry and support for Harrison as a teammate and individual.
• The piece frames the issue as a broader offensive struggle, noting that both Harrison and Wilson contribute to the disappointing receiver group, with Harrison lagging Bourne in receptions and yards.
• Harrison’s involvement is described as both a talent issue and a usage issue; he is not a featured receiver in Mike LaFleur’s offense and has been far from the top targets, despite expectations for a breakout third season.
• Brissett acknowledged he has not fed Harrison consistently, but framed the challenge as larger than one game, acknowledging outside noise while suggesting the tide could turn soon.
• Historically, Wilson has been Brissett’s preferred target since the quarterback became the starter last year, and Wilson’s high contract underscores his role as a premier No. 2 receiver, contrasting with Harrison’s current trajectory toward a difficult free-agent path.
• Context from 2025 about Harrison’s injuries is cited to illuminate potential contributing factors, but the healthy start to 2026 indicates ongoing underutilization rather than solely lingering health issues.