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Blowout loss to Lions shows why Cardinals were smart to trade Marvin Harrison Jr.

The Cardinals' Week 5 loss to the Lions revealed serious roster flaws that trading Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Texans could address.

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 11:37 PM
Blowout loss to Lions shows why Cardinals were smart to trade Marvin Harrison Jr.
Key Things to Know
  • Reese Kunz argues that trading Marvin Harrison Jr. was smart given the Cardinals' glaring defensive weaknesses.
  • The Detroit Lions defeated the Arizona Cardinals 45-21 in Week 5.
  • Arizona traded wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and a seventh-round pick to Houston for second- and sixth-round picks.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Reese Kunz argues that the Arizona Cardinals made the right move by trading wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Houston Texans following a 45-21 blowout loss to the Detroit Lions. Before the game, reports confirmed Harrison was traded along with a seventh-round pick for a 2027 second-round pick and a sixth-round pick.

Kunz contends that the Cardinals should prioritize using the acquired draft capital on defense, highlighting that Arizona has allowed at least 30 points in four consecutive games. The writer believes moving Harrison allows Arizona to seek better roster balance amid a difficult rebuild.

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