Marvin Harrison Jr. generated +112 receiving yards over expected in Weeks 2 and 8, but just -75 RecYOE in the Cardinals other six games this season.

Wakes up from slumber in Week 8

Harrison hauled in six of seven targets for 111 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-27 win over Miami.

Analysis: Fantasy managers who drafted Harrison likely included him in lineup for Sunday's matchup despite his recent results, so the big outing was a strong signal for the rookie, who turned in his second 100-yard receiving effort of the season. Harrison is now up to a 26-411-5 receiving line through eight contests, with most of that production coming in two games.

Held in check on MNF

Harrison had three receptions (on six targets) for 21 yards in Monday's 17-15 win over the Chargers.

Analysis: Harrison's up-and-down rookie campaign continued with another lackluster fantasy score. The 2024 first-round selection still boasts a solid 20-300-4 receiving line through four weeks, but most of that production came across a three-game span Weeks 2-4. Harrison has the pedigree and potential to be worth a start in most fantasy formats, despite his recent returns signaling the contrary. Keep faith heading into a Week 8 matchup against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Full go for Monday

Harrison (concussion) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Monday's game against the Chargers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Harrison was a full participant in Friday's practice, so the final stage was simply clearing concussion protocol, which he accomplished Saturday. The dynamic rookie hasn't quite lived up to the fantasy hype to date, but he'll have an opportunity to compile more yardage against a Chargers defense that could be without two of its top corners in Kristian Fulton (hamstring) and Asante Samuel (shoulder, injured reserve).

Upgrades to full practice

Harrison (concussion) was a full practice participant Friday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Harrison has progressed rapidly since exiting last week's loss to the Packers in the first half. He managed a limited practice Thursday in a non-contact jersey, followed by a full session Friday in a normal jersey. Harrison still needs clearance from an independent neurologist in order to play in Monday's home game against the Chargers.

Sheds non-contact jersey

Harrison (concussion) isn't wearing a non-contact jersey at practice Friday, Howard Balzer of USA Today reports.

Analysis: It's a sign of progress in the concussion protocol, following his limited practice participation Thursday. Harrison has a chance to avoid missed time and suit up Monday night against the Chargers.

Limited in practice

Harrison (concussion) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: It's a sign of progress through concussion protocol, although he was wearing a non-contact jersey and still has a few steps to go before he can play against the Chargers on Monday. Harrison was concussed during the first half of a 34-13 loss to the Packers on Sunday, leaving WR Xavier Weaver as a regular in three-wide formations alongside Michael Wilson (ankle) and Greg Dortch.

Wearing non-contact jersey Thursday

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon said Thursday that Harrison (concussion) will practice while wearing a non-contact jersey, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Analysis: Gannon said Harrison's progress has been "very encouraging," but the rookie first-round pick will still need to gain full clearance -- including from an independent neurologist -- in order to be eligible to suit up for Monday's home game against the Chargers. Harrison was forced out of Arizona's loss to Green Bay in Week 6 during the second quarter and placed in the NFL's concussion protocol. In the event that Harrison doesn't gain clearance in time to play Week 7, Michael Wilson will be in…read more

Concussion confirmed by coach

Coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed Monday that Harrison suffered a concussion during Sunday's 34-13 loss at Green Bay, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

Analysis: Harrison was a bit wobbly after enduring a big hit on an incomplete pass in the middle of the second quarter Sunday, and he was ruled out after getting a concussion check. The Cardinals don't play again until next Monday versus the Chargers, so he'll be afforded extra time to make his way through the concussion protocol. Harrison will need to gain clearance from an independent neurologist in order to suit up in Week 7.

Done for day due to concussion

Harrison was evaluated for a head injury in Sunday's Week 6 game against Green Bay, and he's since been ruled out from returning.

Analysis: Harrison took a hard hit on an incomplete pass thrown his way in the second quarter and staggered back to the ground following the play. He was subsequently evaluated for a concussion before being ruled out in the third quarter. Harrison didn't catch either of his two targets in the contest, and Michael Wilson will move into the No. 1 receiver role for the Cardinals with the rookie done for the day.

Getting concussion check

Harrison went to the locker room during Sunday's game at Green Bay to be evaluated for a head injury.

Analysis: Harrison was shaken up after an incompletion in the middle of the second quarter and walked off the field with team trainers. If he's eventually diagnosed with a concussion, he'll end Week 6 with no catches on two targets.

Struggling with catch rate

Harrison had two receptions (seven targets) for 36 yards in Sunday's 24-23 win over the 49ers.

Analysis: Harrison had a rough go of things against San Francisco's top corner, Charvarius Ward, in Sunday's victory. The 21-year-old Harrison has struggled with his catch rate (48.6 percent through five games) as a rookie, but he has maintained fantasy value with a 17-279-4 receiving line. Harrison will shoot for better results in a road matchup against the Packers next Sunday.

Catches early TD in Week 4 loss

Harrison caught five of six targets for 45 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 42-14 loss to the Commanders.

Analysis: Harrison scored a two-yard touchdown on the opening drive and seemed poised for a huge performance against a Commanders defense that had struggled to cover wide receivers, so his final numbers are a bit disappointing given that context. Nonetheless, the standout rookie stretched his touchdown streak to three games (four TDs) and finished with the team lead in receiving yards for an Arizona offense that was without tight end Trey McBride (concussion). Up next for Harrison and the Cardinals is a…read more

Cleared to play

Harrison (quadriceps) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Washington, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

Analysis: Coach Jonathan Gannon said he wasn't worried about the injury, and it appears his assessment was correct after Harrison upgraded to full practice participation Friday and avoided a designation on the final injury report. The rookie ranks third in the league with 368 air yards, following a 4-130-1 receiving line Week 2 and a 5-64-1 line Week 3. Harrison will now take aim at a Washington defense that's given up the most fantasy points to QBs and WRs, with Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Malik Nabers…read more

No concern about quad

Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon said Friday that there's no concern about Harrison's quadriceps injury, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Analysis: It sounds like Harrison will be fine for Sunday's game against the Commanders, following limited practice participation Wednesday and Thursday. He drew 19 targets and scored three touchdowns over the past two weeks, with repeated deep shots from Kyler Murray putting Harrison third in the league for air yards (368) this season. The rookie's 16.7 aDOT is fifth deepest in the league among players with double-digit targets, and it's No. 1 among the 32 players that have 20-plus targets.

Stays limited in practice

Harrison (quadriceps) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Harrison maintained his activity level from one day prior, but he also appeared to be running and cutting as he normally would during Thursday's session, per Howard Balzer of USA Today. The rookie fourth overall pick may need to get back to full participation Friday in order to avoid a designation for Sunday's game against the Commanders.

Dealing with quad issue

Harrison practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday due to a quadricep injury, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Analysis: After a slow start to his NFL career, Harrison has taken off the last two games, accruing nine catches (on 19 targets) for 194 yards and three touchdowns. With his inclusion on the Cardinals' first practice report of Week 4 prep, the team may merely be managing his reps to ensure he's good to go Sunday against the Commanders. Ultimately, though, how Harrison is listed following practices Thursday and Friday could be telling for his availability for the weekend.

Another first-quarter TD

Harrison secured five of 11 targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in the Cardinals' 20-13 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

Analysis: Harrison logged a team-high number of targets while tying with Michael Wilson for most receiving yards as well, but the highlight of the former's day came early. Harrison logged his third career TD on a 10-yard grab in the first quarter to answer an early Lions touchdown, yet he and Kyler Murray frequently had trouble connecting after that point. The rookie fourth-overall pick has bounced back nicely from his forgettable one-catch, four-yard pro debut against the Bills, but Harrison will look…read more

Goes off for two scores

Harrison turned four receptions (eight targets) into 130 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 41-10 win over the Rams.

Analysis: Harrison delivered what fantasy managers had envisioned when drafting the 2024 fourth-overall selection in drafts this season. The son of Indianapolis Colts' legend Marvin Harrison Sr. put up numbers his father would have been proud of in his heyday. In fact, his 130 yards in just the first quarter today was more receiving yardage than his father had in any GAME during his rookie season. Harrison was a ghost in his pro debut against the Bills in Week 1, but this standout fantasy performance…read more

Struggles in NFL debut

Harrison caught one of three targets for four yards in Sunday's 34-28 loss to the Bills.

Analysis: Harrison's much-anticipated NFL debut ended up being a dud, as slot receiver Greg Dortch led a run-heavy Arizona offense with 47 receiving yards. The rookie fourth overall pick out of Ohio State got wide open behind the defense on Arizona's final drive, but quarterback Kyler Murray didn't see him and the Cardinals ended up turning the ball over on downs in Bills territory with a chance to win the game. Harrison will look to bounce back from this disappointing NFL debut in Week 2 against a Rams…read more

Healthy scratch Saturday

Harrison (coach's decision) did not play in Saturday's 21-13 preseason loss to the Colts.

Analysis: Harrison was held out of the Cardinals' second preseason tilt after receiving no targets in one series with the starters in last week's exhibition. Fans and fantasy managers alike may have to wait until the start of the regular season if Arizona's coaching staff continues to handle its new talent with kid gloves in games of no consequence. Harrison will be healthy and ready to roll come Week 1, providing massive fantasy upside as Kyler Murray's likely top target.

No targets Saturday

Harrison played one series and wasn't targeted during Saturday's 16-14 preseason loss to the Saints.

Analysis: The much-anticipated debut of the 2024 fourth overall pick came and went with a whisper, as Harrison was the only expected Week 1 member of the starting offense to see the field in the Cardinals' exhibition opener. Coach Jonathan Gannon already has said that No. 1 QB Kyler Murray won't play in the preseason, so it stands to reason Harrison likely will experience only cameos for the team's two remaining games before the regular-season opener Sunday, Sept. 8 at Buffalo.

Preseason debut on deck

Coach Jonathan Gannon said Thursday that Harrison will suit up for Saturday's preseason opener against the Saints, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Harrison will have a chance to log some exhibition reps Saturday, though Gannon already confirmed quarterback Kyler Murray won't suit up for any preseason action. That leaves Harrison in position to catch passes from Desmond Ridder and Clayton Tune during the preseason, while he'll have to wait until Week 1's road opener against the Bills to demonstrate his chemistry with Murray. Gannon didn't offer an estimation of Harrison's expected workload for Saturday, but it would be surprising to see…read more

Likely to see preseason action

Harrison is expected to play in the preseason, Theo Mackie of AZ Central reports.

Analysis: Harrison noted his desire to play in the exhibition season after practice Thursday, citing both getting accustomed to game speed and simply wanting to engage in competition. Coach Jonathan Gannon echoed Harrison's sentiments, suggesting he wants the star rookie receiver to get into some game action. There's been no formal plan announced for Harrison's involvement, but it would be surprising to see him on the field for an extensive period of time prior to Week 1 of the regular season.