The Cardinals came close to pulling off a major upset on Sunday, pushing the Bills to the limit on the road in the final minutes. Despite jumping out to an early 10-0 lead, Arizona ultimately fell short, leaving fans wondering what could have been. One of the most puzzling aspects of the game was the lack of involvement from star receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., who finished with just one catch for four yards on three targets.
It’s hard to fathom how a player of his caliber could be so marginalized, especially given the team’s ability to put up 28 points. Quarterback Kyler Murray seemed to be avoiding him like the plague, opting instead to look elsewhere for open receivers. When questioned about Harrison’s lack of production, Murray deflected responsibility, saying, “As a quarterback, you’re going through your reads… Sometimes the ball goes to him, but that’s not my job.”
While Murray’s comments were meant to convey a sense of trust in his coaching staff, they came across as dismissive and uninspiring. It’s reasonable to expect a quarterback to take some ownership of getting their top receiver involved in the game plan. Instead, Murray seemed content to shift the blame, leaving fans frustrated and confused.
One play in particular stood out as a missed opportunity. With the game on the line, Harrison found himself wide open deep down the field, only for Murray to look elsewhere. It was a baffling decision, especially given the team’s need for a big play. Even if the defense was taking away Harrison as an option, a more assertive quarterback might have found a way to make it work.
Ultimately, the Cardinals’ inability to capitalize on their early lead and get their star receiver involved proved costly. As the team looks to regroup and move forward, they’ll need to find a way to get Harrison more involved and take some of the pressure off their quarterback. Until then, fans will be left wondering what could have been if only Murray had taken a more proactive approach.
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