Cardinals nab Harrison at No. 4 to ignite offense

The Arizona Cardinals selected Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, No. 4 overall.

Harrison, the son of Hall-of-Fame wideout Marvin Harrison Sr., was touted by many as the top pass-catcher in this year's draft. He was selected ahead of other top wide receiver prospects such as Rome Odunze and Malik Nabers.

The 21-year-old dominated at Ohio State over the last two years, racking up 2,474 yards with 28 touchdowns. Harrison was the Buckeyes' top offensive playmaker and has all the tools to dominate at the next level.

Harrison joins a Cardinals wide receiver room that includes Michael Wilson, Greg Dortch, and Chris Moore. Arizona ranked 19th in yards per game on offense last season.

Pre-draft profile

The son of Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison Sr., it wouldn't be surprising if the Ohio State product goes down a similar path. That's not hyperbole. Harrison is one of the most complete wide receiver prospects over the last decade. Finding flaws in his portfolio is like finding a needle in a haystack. The former Buckeyes star is an exceptional route-runner who showcases elite body control and ball skills. Harrison is a nightmare to cover with his top-notch separation abilities. He can also beat man coverage with a sudden release off the line of scrimmage. While he may never be the most elusive wideout, Harrison still has enough shake in his game to be a factor after the catch, too. Even with less-than-adequate quarterback play in 2023, Harrison still managed to shine. That's a testament to his sky-high ceiling.