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Five Teams That Could Land Marvin Harrison Jr Next Year
Photo: Nov 26, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) catches a touchdown pass behind Michigan Wolverines running back Tavierre Dunlap (22) during the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Cred

Five Teams That Could Land Marvin Harrison Jr Next Year

Marvin Harrison Junior is as special of a wide receiver prospect as we've seen in a long time. He has all the ingredients to be a star at the next level. Harrison has elite size, speed, and production and has the bloodlines to back it up. He is the son of Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison, so there is no question producing in the NFL is in his DNA.

But who will land this potential future superstar? It is still early in the year, but some favorites are in mind. Let's look at some teams that have high odds of landing Harrison Jr., thanks to what will likely be a poor record and a need for a wide receiver.

Arizona Cardinals

The team ranked by most sports betting sites as the likeliest contender to have the first overall pick in the draft next year is the Arizona Cardinals. Quarterback Kyler Murray is out for potentially the whole season, the wide receiver room features very little proven talent beyond Marquise Brown, and there aren't many positions of strength. On top of that, the Cardinals have the Texans' first-round pick this year. If they are picking early twice, best believe they will seek out a wide receiver like Harrison Jr. with one of those picks.

Indianapolis Colts

This will be the destination most fans want to see Marvin Harrison Jr. end up in. It would be a dream come true to watch the son play where his dad spent his entire career. And with a new quarterback, Anthony Richardson, taking the reins, Harrison would be a superstar on the outside to help Richardson along the way. With Michael Pittman, Josh Downs, and Alec Pierce, the Colts would have an incredibly dynamic wide receiver room if Harrison was added. It would be a story for the ages, and it could come true. The Colts will likely be picking early this year.

Houston Texans

The Houston Texans are in a unique position, as they don't benefit from losing at all. They traded their first-round pick this year to the Cardinals in the deal that brought them Will Anderson. The Texans have a young quarterback already in C.J. Stroud; he just needs that number one guy to make his job easier. Harrison Jr. is the dream candidate to fulfill that role. However, it will be hard for the Texans without their own first-rounder. They have the Browns pick, so we will see if that helps them land Ohio State's star.

New York Giants

The New York Giants got walloped in week one, and many are doubting their season outlook now. There is still talent here, but this team may be worse than many thought. If the Giants are picking early and don’t decide to replace Daniel Jones, they will certainly eye the wide receiver position. The Giants have struggled to find that alpha at the position since Odell Beckham Jr. left, but Marvin could definitely be that guy. If the Giants get an elite wide receiver on a rookie contract, their future suddenly looks a lot brighter. It certainly reduces their odds of another embarrassing shutout!

Chicago Bears

The Bears have two potential early picks this year, with their own first-rounder and the Carolina Panthers' pick. Justin Fields hasn't developed as a passer early in his career, but if Chicago wants to help him do so, a player like Marvin Harrison Jr. would be a great asset. If the Bears had D.J. Moore and Marvin Harrison, their odds of winning a Super Bowl would skyrocket. It would certainly help unlock Fields, as he'd have two elite receivers who can win the ball on the outside and generate yards after the catch.

Destined for Greatness: The Next Chapter for Marvin Harrison Jr

In the rapidly approaching NFL draft, all eyes are on Marvin Harrison Jr., a wide receiver who carries with him a legacy and a promise of greatness. As teams strategize for their future, it's clear that the addition of Harrison Jr. could be a game-changer. Whether he reunites with the storied legacy of the Colts, revitalizes teams like the Cardinals or Giants, or joins forces with young quarterbacks in need of a top-tier target, his potential impact is undeniable. As the draft day drama unfolds, one thing is for certain: wherever Harrison Jr. lands, he's destined to make waves in the NFL just as his father did.