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Marvin Harrison Jr. set for Texans debut against Jaguars
The Houston Texans expect Marvin Harrison Jr. to make his debut against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.
Houston acquired the wide receiver from the Arizona Cardinals in a trade for a 2027 second-round pick.
Harrison will reunite with Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former teammate at Ohio State.
His production had fallen in his second season, with five catches for 85 yards through four games, after he made 62 catches for 885 yards and eight touchdowns as a rookie.
Stroud defended Harrison and said he believes the receiver can succeed by focusing on what he can control.
Harrison may not have a large role right away, so expectations for his first game should be measured.
Sunday’s game against Jacksonville will be his first chance to begin a new chapter with Houston.
Marvin Harrison Jr. is set to make his Houston Texans debut against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London on Oct. 18.
The game is scheduled for Wembley Stadium, with kickoff at 9:30 a.m. ET.
Harrison joined Houston after his time with the Arizona Cardinals and is reuniting with quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former Ohio State teammate.
The Jaguars enter at 4-1 after beating the Philadelphia Eagles, while the Texans are 1-4 after earning their first win against the Tennessee Titans.
One preview says Harrison could boost Houston's offense, while another cautions fans not to expect him to play a major role in his debut.
- Who
- The Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars, with Marvin Harrison Jr. set for his Texans debut.
- What
- The teams are due to play an NFL game in London.
- When
- Oct. 18, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. ET.
- Where
- Wembley Stadium in Wembley, England.
- Why
- Not stated
CBS Sports preview
Sporting News preview
Harrison's expected impact
CBS Sports preview
Says adding Harrison could be huge for Houston's offense.
Sporting News preview
Says Texans fans should not expect to see a heavy dose of Harrison.
The Jaguars defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in London, reaching a 4-1 record.
The Texans earned their first win against the Tennessee Titans and stood at 1-4.
The Texans are scheduled to face the Jaguars at Wembley Stadium.
- Texans record
- 1-4
- Jaguars record
- 4-1
- Game date
- Oct. 18, 2026
- Kickoff
- 9:30 a.m. ET
- Venue
- Wembley Stadium, Wembley, England
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