Marvin Harrison Jr. joins Texans as Cardinals trade him for 2027 picks

The Arizona Cardinals sent the former Ohio State star to Houston, and the rookie posted a video greeting H‑Town fans.

By Felo News Desk · Published Tue, 13 Oct 2026 02:44:35 GMT

Arizona traded wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Houston Texans on Sunday, sending the former No. 4 overall pick and a 2027 sixth‑round selection to Houston in exchange for a 2027 second‑ and seventh‑round pick, according to Bleacher Report and the New York Post.

What happened

The trade was completed on Oct. 12, 2026. The Cardinals received a 2027 second‑round pick and a seventh‑round pick, while the Texans acquired Harrison and a 2027 sixth‑round pick. Harrison had recorded five receptions for 85 yards and one touchdown in four games with Arizona before the move.

What the reports add

Bleacher Report noted that Harrison posted a video on Monday greeting “H‑Town” fans, saying he was “super excited to get to work and be a part of a great organization.” The outlet also highlighted that the trade reunites him with former Ohio State teammate C. J. Stroud in Houston. The New York Post quoted Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort, who said the decision was “never easy” but emphasized that the organization must do what is best for the football team. Ossenfort expressed gratitude to Harrison for his contributions and wished him well.

What was said

“What’s up H‑Town,” Harrison said in the video, according to Bleacher Report.
“I’m super excited to get to work and be a part of a great organization,” he added.
Monti Ossenfort told the New York Post, “Decisions like the one to move Harrison are never easy… Ultimately, we have to do what is best for our football team and that will always be the driving factor.”

How it came about

Harrison’s production had slipped early in the 2026 season, with no catches over 40 yards in his first four games, prompting trade speculation. Earlier Felo coverage documented the growing interest from other teams and the Cardinals’ reluctance to pursue quick fixes (rumors, value analysis). The trade was announced shortly after the Cardinals’ 1‑2 start and a series of reports questioning Harrison’s fit as a WR1. The move also reunites him with Stroud, a connection highlighted in Felo’s Oct. 12 article on the acquisition.

Key facts

Marvin Harrison Jr. was traded from the Arizona Cardinals to the Houston Texans for a 2027 second‑ and seventh‑round pick. (bleacherreport.com)
The trade also included a 2027 sixth‑round pick sent to Houston with Harrison. (nypost.com)
Harrison posted a video greeting Houston fans, saying he is excited to join the organization. (bleacherreport.com)
Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort said the trade decision was “never easy” but necessary for the team. (nypost.com)