Cardinals’ Marvin Harrison Jr. facing sophomore slump, but Buccaneers’ Emeka Egbuka shows full confidence

The Arizona Cardinals expected Marvin Harrison Jr. to shine in his sophomore campaign, but three weeks into the season, his production has raised questions. With only 10 catches for 142 yards and a touchdown, the highly touted wideout has yet to deliver the breakout many anticipated. While fans may be uneasy, one of his closest friends and former Ohio State teammate, Emeka Egbuka, believes Harrison will bounce back.Emeka Egbuka, now a rookie receiver with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, expressed complete faith in Marvin Harrison Jr. during a recent appearance on Up & Adams. “I’m not worried about him at all. Not even a little bit,” Egbuka said. The two shared a deep bond at Ohio State, where they pushed each other through grueling practices and long nights of preparation.Egbuka highlighted Harrison’s relentless work ethic, recalling how he would stay on the field until dark and wake early with football on his mind. “The yips are a real thing. They happen from time to time. I’ve had them myself, but there’s absolutely no worries. He’s one of the most talented individuals I’ve had the pleasure of working with. The sky is really the limit for him.”That unwavering support underscores the belief that Harrison’s struggles are more about timing and chemistry than talent.While Harrison has dealt with a few dropped passes, Arizona’s offensive struggles have also contributed to his slow start. The Cardinals rank just 28th in passing yards, and their inconsistency on third down and in the red zone reflects a unit still searching for balance.Quarterback Kyler Murray has yet to fully sync with Harrison. According to Next Gen Stats, Harrison has seen more action in the slot this season, but Murray often prefers throws outside the numbers. That lack of rhythm has led to misfires and limited big-play opportunities.Still, Harrison has owned up to his miscues. After a frustrating Week 3 loss to San Francisco, he admitted, “I know what I’m capable of… I’ve gotta get better.” That accountability, paired with his talent, suggests he is primed for a turnaround.For Cardinals fans, Thursday’s divisional clash with the Seattle Seahawks may be the moment Harrison finally reminds everyone why he was the No. 4 overall pick.Also Read: "He can’t bring me down": Dak Prescott responds after Micah Parsons warns it will be ‘painful’ to sack him in reunion game