Houston Texans coach De Meco Ryans announced a blockbuster trade with the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, acquiring star wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. The Texans sent two 2027 draft picks -- a second-rounder and sixth-rounder -- to Arizona in exchange for Harrison and a seventh-round selection. The deal comes after Houston's 26-3 victory over the Tennessee Titans, improving the team to 1-4 following a winless start. Quarterback C.
J. Stroud, who reunited with Harrison at Ohio State, praised the receiver's work ethic and route-running ability. Stroud revealed he consulted on the trade, stating he thought the front office did a great job including him in the process.
Harrison, the No. 4 pick in the 2024 draft, is inactive for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions as the trade was finalized. The Texans hope the acquisition can revitalize their season. Defensive end Will Anderson expressed excitement, calling Harrison a "super athletic, dynamic wide receiver." Harrison is due $4 million this year and has a fifth-year option looming this offseason.
His $22.5 million signing bonus was already paid by the Cardinals.
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