Marvin Harrison Jr. Injury Update
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. remains sidelined after undergoing surgery for appendicitis on November 12, which forced him to miss Week 11's loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The procedure addressed a sudden health issue that sidelined the second-year star, who had been a key part of the offense with 45 catches for 612 yards and five touchdowns through 10 games. Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) reported on X that #AZCardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. recently had surgery for appendicitis and is out this week, with the possibility of missing additional weeks.
Head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed the surgery, noting Harrison's recovery is progressing but requires caution to avoid complications. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the timeline could extend beyond the initial week, emphasizing the team's focus on his full return without rushing. This injury adds to Arizona's tough stretch, as they're 4-6 and fighting for a wild-card spot in the NFC.
Is Marvin Harrison Jr. Playing Week 12?
There is no official word for Week 12's game against the Seattle Seahawks on November 23. Recent updates indicate he's still recovering from the appendicitis surgery, with the Cardinals listing him as week-to-week. Rapoport noted he's "out this week with the potential for additional weeks," leaving his status uncertain for the Thanksgiving matchup the following week. Coach Yac (@Coach_Yac) shared on X that Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. had surgery for appendicitis and will miss Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Gannon expressed optimism about Harrison's mindset but stressed medical clearance is priority one. Fantasy owners should monitor practice reports starting Tuesday, but expect him to miss at least one more game as Arizona leans on its depth.
Who Is Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Backup on the Cardinals?
Rookie Xavier Weaver is slotted as Harrison's direct backup on the depth chart, expected to see increased snaps alongside Michael Wilson and Greg Dortch. Weaver, a seventh-round pick out of Colorado, has nine catches for 98 yards this season but showed promise in limited roles, including a 22-yard grab against the 49ers.
Wilson, a third-year veteran, steps up as the primary fill-in with 28 receptions for 412 yards and three scores, thriving in the slot while handling extra targets from Kyler Murray. The trio will rotate to cover Harrison's explosive role, with Dortch adding gadget plays. This reshuffling aims to keep the passing game fluid amid Arizona's injury woes at receiver. Fans can anticipate Weaver's role growing if Harrison's absence lingers, boosting his waiver-wire value in deeper leagues.
Disclaimer:
This injury update reflects the latest available information as of now but is subject to change depending on the player’s recovery and team reports. Always check official Cardinals communications and reliable sports news for real-time updates, especially closer to game days.
