The Marvin Harrison Jr. trade chatter keeps getting louder, and the latest wrinkle is his decision to bring in representation.
Harrison hired Todd France and Tory Dandy of Athletes First two weeks ago, a move that has only added fuel to the idea that a trade could be a real possibility before the deadline. The Cardinals have not signaled that their former first-round pick is available, but Harrison’s recent actions have prompted speculation that he is at least preparing for that scenario.
Until September 23, Harrison did not have an agent. He didn’t necessarily need one, either, since he cannot negotiate a new deal until he finishes his third NFL season. Even with the ability to work toward a new contract after the 2026 season, his production over the last two years has not pointed toward an extension being around the corner.
That’s why the hiring of France and Dandy stands out. Agents can be a major part of trade talks, helping sort through possibilities and, in some cases, steering players toward situations they prefer. Harrison may not have much leverage with the Cardinals, but having an agent gives him another voice if he wants to push toward a destination or avoid one.
The Raiders have been mentioned as a possible landing spot if Harrison does become available, though there’s no indication they have already contacted Arizona about him. The Colts are also known to be interested, depending on what the price looks like.
The expected cost has been described as somewhere between a third-round pick and a fifth-round pick, which is the range being floated around Harrison’s name right now.
If Las Vegas is involved, it may not be easy to tell. GM John Spytek and head coach Klint Kubiak have been described as the tightest-lipped GM/HC combo in the league, so any real interest could stay under wraps.
For now, Raider Nation Radio host Q Myers doesn’t expect the Raiders to make a big swing for a receiver yet. On his daily podcast this week, Myers said he thinks Las Vegas will stay patient and see how things develop.
“I do believe, this is just my gut feeling, I don’t know this from anywhere, nobody has said this to me so it’s not anything worth reporting, I’m just saying I believe they’re going to ride this bad boy out, see how things go, see what fits, see what works, see what doesn’t work and then be able to adjust in the offseason,” Myers said on The Locked Raiders podcast this week.
“I just think that that’s the way it’s going to happen, and if there is any move to be made, maybe… it’s much closer to the trade deadline when the price of doing business is lower.”
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