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'The 89 Show' addresses Marvin Harrison Jr. usage questions

Wideout has one catch for 33 yards through two games.

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'The 89 Show' with Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer took a deep dive into Marvin Harrison Jr. and the viral clips that's

What happened: Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer evaluated Marvin Harrison Jr. on 'The 89 Show' to address early-season criticism. The broadcast analyzed recent game execution and debated whether the results stem from effort, scheme usage, or overall performance.

Why it matters: The evaluation follows intense outside scrutiny of Marvin Harrison Jr. during the opening weeks of the 2026 schedule. His integration into the offense remains a central focus.

By the numbers: The receiver has recorded just one catch for 33 yards on four targets across his first two contests.

What to watch: The offensive game plan and target distribution will face further examination in Week 3.

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