Battle Red Blog on Marvin Harrison Jr.

ArticleDoes Marvin Harrison Jr. Make the Texans a Playoff Team?October 16, 2026

From the article

There's disagreement afoot about what position Harrison will primarily play with the Texans: As the big, outside-the-Numbers "X" receiver, or the more motion heavy, off-ball "Z" receiver.

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Harrison's role unclear: X receiver (size/routes) vs. Z receiver (motion); likely 1A/1B split.

Disagreement exists about Harrison's primary position with the Texans: prototypical X receiver (outside-the-numbers) given his size, strength, and route acumen, or motion-heavy Z receiver; however, his lack of speed and hands compared to Nico Collins make him less ideal for the Z spot; likely outcome is both receivers will trade spots and be treated as 1A and 1B, with pre-snap motion to confuse defenses.