Key Takeaways

• Marvin Harrison Jr. is in Year Three and was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 draft, entering 2026 with heightened expectations.
• In Week 1 against the Chargers, Harrison ran 33 routes but faced single coverage only seven times, constraining his opportunities despite a highlight catch on the sideline; his lone press-man win came in that sequence.
• Arizona’s Week 2 31-7 defeat to Seattle underscored the continued struggle for high-volume targets, with Harrison again limited in involvement as the offense leaned on other playmakers.
• Brissett has leaned on tight end Trey McBride, who totaled nine completions for 95 yards and a touchdown in Week 1, and then led with the most targets (10) and receptions (8) for 41 yards in Week 2, including a second touchdown.
• Harrison acknowledged that achieving his downfield role requires a confluence of favorable coverage, protection, and precise execution, framing the situation as a collective challenge rather than one player's fault.
• Brissett defended the process, arguing that external criticism is common but that the team must continue improving as teammates and building rapport with Harrison.
• The Cardinals’ offensive approach has been influenced by the arrival of coach Mike LaFleur, who is expected to bring more playmaking opportunities, though early returns mirror prior inconsistencies.