Cardinals trade Harrison, suffer defeat against Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:31 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals ended a tumultuous week with a 45-21 loss to the Detroit Lions on October 12, 2026. Receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 draft, was traded to the Houston Texans during the game. The Cardinals struggled on both sides of the ball, marking their fourth consecutive loss after winning their season opener. Coach Mike LaFleur acknowledged the need for improvement following what he described as their worst performance this season.
- •Cardinals trade Marvin Harrison Jr. during the game against the Lions.
- •Arizona falls to 1-4 for the season with the loss.
- •Coach Mike LaFleur calls performance their worst of the season.
- •Lions build a 24-7 halftime lead, maintaining control.
- •Jacoby Brissett passes for 292 yards and three touchdowns.
- 12:31 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals end bizarre week by trading Harrison, getting thumped by Lions
"(AP) — Arizona's bizarre week ended with a big beatdown.Off the field, receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.
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