Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will be sidelined for a second consecutive game as he continues to recover from surgery for appendicitis, head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed on Wednesday. Harrison, the rookie receiver drafted by the Cardinals earlier this year, underwent an appendectomy recently and has not yet been cleared to return to the field.
Harrison missed the team’s previous game due to the medical procedure, and his recovery timeline remains day-to-day. Coach Gannon did not provide a specific timetable for his return but indicated that the team is prioritizing Harrison’s long-term health and recovery. The Cardinals are preparing to face the Jacksonville Jaguars this week without one of their top young targets in the passing game.
The 21-year-old wide receiver was selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft and has been a key component of Arizona’s offensive plans. Before his medical setback, Harrison had been making contributions on the field and developing chemistry with the Cardinals’ quarterback. His absence places a larger burden on the remaining receiving corps as the team looks to stay competitive in the second half of the season.
Harrison’s status will continue to be monitored by medical staff, and further updates will be provided as he progresses through recovery. In the meantime, the Cardinals are likely to rely more heavily on veteran receivers and depth players to help fill the gap created by his absence.
Arizona enters this week’s matchup looking to regain momentum, with coaches emphasizing consistent execution across all phases of the game. The team has not indicated whether Harrison will be ready for the following week’s contest, leaving his status uncertain beyond Sunday’s game.
As one of the league’s most anticipated young players this season, Harrison’s eventual return is expected to bolster Arizona’s offense. For now, however, the team will proceed cautiously, ensuring he is fully recovered before making a return to action.
