Marvin Harrison Jr., New England Patriots
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Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Arizona Cardinals rushes against the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter in the game at AT&T Stadium on November 03, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
The New England Patriots have one of the NFL’s best young quarterbacks in Drake Maye. Surrounding him with talent has been a clear priority for the team over the last two years.
Already this offseason, the Patriots have made an aggressive move to sign former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs to a lucrative four-year, $68 million deal that could reach up to $80 million with incentives.
While the move for Doubs will help replace Stefon Diggs, New England could still be open for business at the wide receiver position. Plenty of rumors have surrounded the Patriots when it comes to a potential trade for Philadelphia Eagles star A.J. Brown.
Brown remains the top rumored trade target for New England. However, there is another wide receiver who has been suggested as a possible trade asset who could make sense.
That wide receiver is none other than Arizona Cardinals young wideout Marvin Harrison Jr.
Patriots Should Consider Pursuing a Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade
Pro Football Focus has named Harrison as the Arizona Cardinals’ top potential trade asset. That isn’t a report of them looking to trade him, but for the right price he could be available.
After being drafted with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Harrison hasn’t lived up to the hype for the Cardinals just yet. He has shown flashes, but consistency has been a problem.
Through his first two years, Harrison has played in 29 total games. He has caught 103 passes for 1,493 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Standing in at 6-foot-3 and 220 pounds, Harrison has legitimate superstar potential. He has the size, speed, route running, and hands to be great. Perhaps a change of scenery could help him reach his full potential. The Patriots would be a perfect landing spot.
What a Trade Could Look Like Between New England and Arizona
In order to acquire a 23-year-old wide receiver just two years removed from being the No. 4 overall pick, New England would have to pay up to get him. However, with the rumored trade haul required to bring in Brown, it would make more sense to add Harrison.
More than likely, the Patriots would have to give up a first-round pick and more draft capital to acquire Harrison. At the very least, a couple of second-round picks would be required.
That being said, Harrison has legitimate superstar potential. Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels could unlock that potential, which would make the trade a steal for New England.
This is obviously just an idea that could make sense for the Patriots. They seem interested in adding another wideout for Maye and Harrison would be worth taking a look at in trade discussions.