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NFL players facing significant pressure entering the 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

NFL players facing significant pressure entering the 2026 season

Summary

As the 2026 NFL season approaches, several players are under intense scrutiny. Marvin Harrison Jr. of the Arizona Cardinals and Michael Penix Jr. of the Atlanta Falcons are among those cited for failing to meet expectations. Harrison has averaged fewer than 900 receiving yards over his first 17 games, while Penix's performance has been hampered by injury and low passing averages. Other notable mentions include Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns, who has struggled statistically since his trade in 2022, and Keon Coleman of the Buffalo Bills, who faces uncertainty due to reduced production last season. Teams will closely evaluate these players' performances as their contracts and roster positions hang in the balance.

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Status Watch

•Marvin Harrison Jr. averages fewer than 900 receiving yards.
•Michael Penix Jr. has low passing averages and injury history.
•Deshaun Watson has struggled since joining the Browns in 2022.
•Keon Coleman faces uncertainty after a decrease in production.
•Team decisions on player options hinge on performances this season.

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — 1 Player on All 32 NFL Teams Facing the Most Pressure in 2026: Marvin Harrison Jr., Keon Coleman, and Others

What they're saying

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The NFL can be a harsh business. The players obviously make life-changing money, but if you don’t produce up to expectations, you can find yourself looking for a new team in an instant.
— Yahoo Sports

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