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Marvin Harrison Jr. Scouting Report - 2024 NFL Draft
Marvin Harrison Jr. is our WR1 for the 2024 NFL Draft. In this scouting report, we will provide you with film-based analysis, strengths, weaknesses, ideal scheme fit, player comparison, and a brief fantasy football rundown.
Marvin Harrison Jr. Scouting Report
Billed as a generational receiver prospect, Harrison possesses the combination of physical ability and technical skill development to deliver on a lofty projection. He excelled in the deep and intermediate passing game; his speed showed the ability to win vertically and the need to respect that created the ability to win in both out and in breaking routes. Harrison filled his reel with highlight-caliber plays, frequently showing the ability to work the sideline with a high level of spatial awareness. The son of Colts great Marvin Harrison, he shows a technical understanding developed by spending his life around the game. If there is a weakness, it is a need to further develop his strength. As a recruit, he measured 190 pounds, a lanky build given his 6-foot-4 frame. He has dedicated himself to improving in this area but has still been outmuscled to the ball when defenders can actually get on him. This may have been a bigger issue historically, but NFL offensive schemes have proven the ability to manipulate and attack pockets, lowering the need for contested catch situations. To reach his ceiling in the NFL and fantasy football, Harrison will need to continue to develop in the short game, though his strengths in other passing areas make that a luxury.
Strengths in Marvin Harrison Jr. Scouting Report
- Exceptional spatial awareness.
- Combines awareness with high-level body control.
- Technically refined receiver prepared for the NFL level.
Weaknesses in Marvin Harrison Jr. Scouting Report
- Developing comfort in short areas, allowing the ball to get on him.
- Still developing body and strength, defenders can fight through for the ball.
- He toes the edge between late hands and does not provide a clean target.
Ideal Scheme Fit
Harrison is about as scheme-independent as players come. However, his best fit is in a vertical attacking scheme, which will allow him to operate comfortably in the deep and intermediate windows.
2024 NFL Draft Round Projection
Round 1
NFL Player Comparison
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The Fantasy Football Rundown
Marvin Harrison Jr. has every tool to deliver on lofty billing as one of the best receiving prospects in NFL history.
Film Breakdown and Scouting Report
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