No one can be precisely what Julio Jones was. Still, if there’s a Receiver who could exude the same level of dominance in the NFL, it’s Marvin Harrison Jr. I’ve been closely keeping up with draft prospects for the past six or seven years. I’ve never seen someone like Harrison Jr. I was the biggest Ja’Marr Chase fan you could find when he came out, and Harrison Jr. is even more remarkable. He’s obviously the son of Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison, who was also a Receiver, so he clearly learned a thing or two from him growing up. Harrison Jr. has the same competitive juice as his father but is a dramatically freakier athlete. There’s a ton to discuss with Harrison Jr., so it’s best we get right into it.
Three all-22 games and his highlights were evaluated, and clips from his film are broken down here. All relevant traits were graded based on his film. His scouting report also factored in stats and analytics, such as PFF grades. Use promo code TREYSCHNEIDER on Underdog Fantasy to match your deposit up to $100. Please gamble responsibly and leave your feedback on Twitter @FBIntellect.
| Profile |
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| 1st WR / Top Five | 6’4 / 205 | JR | Ohio State |
| Pro Comp |
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| Julio Jones |
| Scheme |
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| Any |
Receiving Stats
| 2023 (Through WK Five) | |
|---|---|
| REC: 17 YDS: 336 | TD: 3 YAC: 131 |
| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| REC: 77 YDS: 1,263 | TD: 14 YAC: 323 |
Film Analysis
Marvin Harrison Jr. wins vertically in this clip above against press-man coverage. He quickly gains outside leverage, and the DB tries to grab to stay afloat, but Harrison outmuscles him. Then he shows solid ball-tracking ability to haul it in.
Marvin Harrison shows phenomenal concentration and impressive chemistry with Stroud in this play. He’s against off-man and runs a back shoulder fade. The defender gives him little room, and he still hauls it in while keeping his feet in bounds.
He demonstrates his borderline elite speed here as he ran a streak and outran the Safety.
Grades
OVR Grade: 1-100
| Individual trait scale (1-7): |
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| 7 – Rare world-class skill; best in the league and no room for improvement | 6 – Great-elite skill; one of the best at that given trait but still has some room to improve | 5 – Very good; above average and has potential to be elite | 4 – Average; able to suffice but, not ideal long-term | 3 – Below average; able to suffice at college level | 2 – Poor; hinders overall play and is a liability to the team | 1 – Awful; not good enough to play given position at any level above D2 | Note: Consistency plays a large factor. |
| Overall Draft grade scale (1-100, realistically: 57-87): |
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| 86 – Perfect prospect | 82 – Bluechip prospect | 80 – Likely all-pro | 79 – Day one quality starter or superstar potential | 78 – Day one starter w/ all-pro upside | 77 – Day one starter w/ high-end upside | 76 – Day One Starter | 75 – Boom or bust | 74 – Will become quality starter within 2-3 years | 73 – Boom or bust (high risk) | 72 – Will become starter within 2-3 years | 71 – Day-one backup with starter upside |
SPD – Speed
ACC – Acceleration
AGI – Agility
STR – Strength
VER – Vertical (Height/ Jumping)
OCA – Open Catch
CIT – Catch In Traffic
CTC – Contested Catch (Catch Radius)
REL – Release
SRR – Short Route Running
MRR – Intermediate Route Running
DRR – Deep Route Running
RAC – Run After Catch
IQ – Football IQ
SEC – Ball Security
RBK – Run Blocking
Traits/ Skills
| Traits | Immediate | Potential |
| SPD | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| ACC | 6 | 6 |
| AGI | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| STR | 5.8 | 6.2 |
| VER | 6.6 | 6.6 |
| OCA | 5.2 | 6.8 |
| CIT | 5 | 6.2 |
| CTC | 5.5 | 6.8 |
| REL | 4.9 | 6.6 |
| SRR | 4.5 | 5.6 |
| MRR | 4.9 | 6.1 |
| DRR | 4.8 | 6.4 |
| RAC | 5.7 | 6 |
| IQ | 4.5 | 6.2 |
| SEC | 4.3 | 5.5 |
| RBK | 4.8 | 6.4 |
Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Strengths and Weaknesses
- Marvin Harrison Jr. is a rare freak athlete with the intangibles to be a genuine alpha Receiver in the NFL.
Pros
- His well-built, muscular frame adds several challenges when matched up against him
- Plenty of speed to win vertically and has the height and jumping ability to be a dominant ball-winner downfield
- Faced a lot of press coverage and double teams
- Size and foot quickness combo could make for an elite release package in the future
- Exceptional ball tracking ability, body control, and concentration on contested catches – 38 contested catches since 2022
- Rare stop-turn ability and agility for a big man
- The effort and toughness are there as a run blocker
- Tough and physical after the catch
- Soft and reliable hands – only five drops on 166 targets (through week five, 2023)
- Stellar fluidity and route snap relative to smaller Receivers, and he’s 6’4
- Has the quickness and route versatility to line up anywhere
- Clearly had outstanding chemistry with Stroud
- Heavily seasoned and experienced player; played against the best competition
Cons
- Doesn’t have a full-fledged release package yet – got jammed several times by Joey Porter Jr.
- Play strength isn’t as overwhelming as you’d expect by his size
- Coming from an offense that’s conducive to Receivers; the pros will be a big step up
- Not the best balance – he often slips or stumbles
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Final conclusion on Marvin Harrison Jr.
Marvin Harrison has made playing Receiver look like a breeze and is thoroughly entertaining to watch. He proved his 2022 campaign was no fluke as he continues to kill it with a mediocre college QB. Whoever lands Harrison Jr. will likely get an elite cornerstone piece to build around. The physical traits alone make him worth a first-round gamble, and he already is a relatively refined player. To answer the question in the title, he genuinely has the upside to be Jones-esque, but it’s a big if. I enjoyed watching Harrison Jr. like none other, and I think most draft fans can consensually agree he is the best prospect this year outside of QB. As long as nothing dramatic happens to him, he’s a lock top-five pick.
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