Mike LaFleur discusses wide receiver roles for Arizona Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:43 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur addressed how he plans to utilize wide receivers Michael Wilson and Marvin Harrison Jr. during the upcoming season. Wilson had a productive third season with 78 receptions and 1,006 yards, while Harrison Jr. contributed 41 receptions for 608 yards in only 12 games. LaFleur indicated that Harrison Jr. will assume the X receiver role similar to Davante Adams, while Wilson will take on a Z receiver role akin to Puka Nacua. The Cardinals' offensive strategy will focus on leveraging the talents of these young receivers as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Michael Wilson finished last season with 1,006 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.
- •Marvin Harrison Jr. had 608 receiving yards and four touchdowns in 12 games.
- •LaFleur plans to use Harrison Jr. as the X receiver and Wilson as the Z receiver.
- •This strategy reflects LaFleur's experience from his time with the Rams.
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