Marvin Harrison Jr. would be an Indianapolis Colts or Arizona Cardinals dream. Teammates and coaches say Fisher has taken considerable steps up since the offseason. With the change to a 17-game schedule, that would project to 62 catches, 885 yards and eight touchdowns over a full rookie season. Now, he is set up for an even bigger year in his sophomore season.
At 22 years old, Harrison Jr. has proven his commitment to growth this offseason on media day appearances this past week. He looked noticeably bigger and more muscular, a result of an intense weight-training and conditioning program that he went through this past offseason. Harrison Jr.’s physical metamorphosis has broken the internet. Even Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray was shocked after watching how many pounds Harrison Jr. has put on.
Harrison Jr. has further polished his decision-making skills on the field. He documented a remarkable increase in speed and reaction times. Today, instead of seconds, he makes decisions in the time it takes to read a split second. This surprise agility and mental sharpness illustrates he’s ready for bigger tests. He’s prepared to run more intricate actions as part of the team’s overall offensive plan.
The wide receiver is all business when it comes to working on his craft. He regularly participates in what he terms “continuous conversations” with WRs coach Drew Terrell. These conversations target areas they want him to improve on as he gears up for this second NFL season. Harrison Jr. moved quickly to establish a checklist of items for head coach Jonathan Gannon. This move proves his go-getter attitude when it comes to personal growth.
“So, I’m always evaluating myself and obviously I take the coach’s input as well and we kind of come together with a plan on what we may agree on, what I need to improve on. But yeah, definitely just always evaluating myself, and I just want to be the best player I can be.” – Marvin Harrison Jr.
Harrison Jr. spoke with Coach Gannon over the offseason to assess how he can improve. They critiqued his rookie campaign, allowing him to know what he did right and how he could improve. That intense self-reflective process has all driven Harrison Jr. to a new level of comfort, poise, and confidence at the professional level.
Offensive coordinator Drew Petzing has electrifying plans for Harrison Jr. His ideal plan is to deploy him as an immediate impactful downfield weapon while experimenting with him in other positions across the offense. Petzing expressed confidence in Harrison Jr.’s capabilities, stating that there are “not many limits to what Marvin Harrison Jr. can do.” This versatility will go a long way in helping the Cardinals find creative ways to maximize their offensive potential.
Harrison Jr.’s commitment extends beyond just mastering routes. He is honing skills that will enhance his overall effectiveness on the field. His resolve to take on criticism is especially impressive. This type of ambition and willingness to grow will do his young career and the Blue Jays mutual benefit.
“There’s certain things now that you get to pay attention to that’ll allow you to be more effective,” – Drew Petzing.
The Cardinals have a new-look roster heading into the new season. Fans, scouts, analysts, and everyone in between are eagerly anticipating seeing how Harrison Jr.’s work this offseason will translate on game day. He certainly set the tone with a tremendous rookie season. Now, after bringing back elite talent through some major offseason moves, the expectations are sky-high for this young up-and-comer.
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