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Marvin Harrison Jr. improves performance in Cardinals' loss to 49ers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 4:26 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Marvin Harrison Jr. improves performance in Cardinals' loss to 49ers

Summary

Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur praised Marvin Harrison Jr.'s improvement in a 36-30 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Harrison recorded three receptions for 40 yards, showing a larger role than previous weeks. This came after fans expressed concerns over his performance early in the season, with only one reception for 33 yards through two games. LaFleur emphasized the need for the team to generate more explosive plays in their offense, an ongoing issue as they prepare for their next game against the New York Giants.

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•Harrison had three receptions for 40 yards against the 49ers.
•He was targeted more frequently, with a 15.2% first-read rate.
•Cardinals struggled with explosive plays early in the season.
•Next game is against the New York Giants.

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4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur on Marvin Harrison Jr. Responding in 49ers Loss

What they're saying

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Coming into the 2026 season, the hope for the Arizona Cardinals lay in the skill players. In particular, some elite pass catchers, led by former No. 4 overall pick Marvin Harrison Jr., could bounce back from an injury-riddled season in 2025.Through two weeks, that wasn’t the case. Harrison had 1 reception for 33 yards. That […] The post Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur on Marvin Harrison Jr. Responding in 49ers Loss appeared first on HEAVY.
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