October 11, 2026: The Houston Texans are acquiring wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick from the Arizona Cardinals for second- and sixth-round selections in the 2027 draft.
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed the deal after Houston’s 26-3 victory over Tennessee. The transaction reunites Harrison with quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former Ohio State teammate, as Houston tries to stabilize a season that began with four consecutive losses.
Terms of the reported trade
- Houston receives: Marvin Harrison Jr. and Arizona’s 2027 seventh-round pick.
- Arizona receives: Houston’s 2027 second-round and sixth-round picks.
NFL.com reported the terms Sunday after Ryans publicly acknowledged the move. League transaction processing can follow the public announcement, so readers should consult the official transaction wire for the final administrative record.
Why Houston made the move
Houston entered Week 5 at 0-4 and needed more consistent production around Stroud. The 26-3 win over the Titans stopped the slide, but the receiving group has dealt with injuries and uneven availability. Harrison adds a boundary target with first-round pedigree to a room led by Nico Collins, with Tank Dell working back toward game action.
Harrison and Stroud previously played together at Ohio State. That familiarity does not guarantee an immediate on-field role, but it may shorten the learning curve as Houston prepares for a Week 6 road game against Jacksonville.
Harrison’s production in Arizona
The Cardinals selected Harrison fourth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. He entered the 2026 season with 103 catches for 1,493 yards and 12 touchdowns over 29 games, according to NFL.com.
His production fell sharply through four games this season: five receptions on 13 targets for 85 yards and one touchdown. Arizona kept him inactive Sunday while the trade was being finalized.
What comes next
Houston’s next game is against the Jaguars, who improved to 4-1 with a last-second win in London. Read AskNovus’ Jaguars–Eagles recap and follow the NFL section for roster and game updates.
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Featured image: Riley McCullough/Unsplash; illustrative football image, not Marvin Harrison Jr.