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Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett pushes back on criticism of Marvin Harrison Jr.

GLENDALE — Marvin Harrison Jr.’s slow start has become one of the larger storylines emerging from the Arizona Cardinals’ early season, but quarterback Jacoby Brissett came to his defense Wednesday.

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 4:37 AM
Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett pushes back on criticism of Marvin Harrison Jr.
Key Things to Know
  • Jacoby Brissett defended Marvin Harrison Jr. amid external criticism over his quiet start to the season.
  • Harrison recorded one reception for 33 yards across Arizona's opening two games on just four targets.
  • The Cardinals were defeated 31-7 by the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday as Harrison went without a catch.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett defended wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. on Wednesday following outside criticism over Harrison's slow start to the season. Through Arizona's first two games, Harrison recorded just one catch for 33 yards on four targets, including zero receptions on one target in a 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

Brissett dismissed the scrutiny surrounding Harrison under new head coach Mike LaFleur's offense, comparing the reaction to teammate Michael Wilson's production. While Harrison has only four targets across two contests, Wilson has recorded 14 targets and tight end Trey McBride leads the Cardinals with 23 targets.

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