logo

Marvin Harrison Jr is a Generational Talent: Dynasty Fantasy Football Scouting Report and Film Breakdown (2024 NFL Draft)

By Jake VickersFebruary 13, 2024
https://i.ibb.co/tQhbFRy/1.jpg

This year's NFL Draft class is brimming with wide receiver talent, and at the very top stands Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. The son of the former Indianapolis Colt Hall of Fame wideout enters the draft following a stellar collegiate career, where he earned two time all-American honors and was awarded the Fred Bilitkenhoff award for the most outstanding wide receiver in 2023 and is looking to follow in his fathers footsteps as one of the NFL's all time great receivers. In this analysis, you will see an in-depth analysis on Marvin Harrison Jr. and how he has the potential to become a prominent professional Wide Receiver.

 

 

Marvin Harrison has body control that is just out of this world. pic.twitter.com/ffeOHJuRGN

— Kwon Scouting (@KwonScouting) February 13, 2024

 

Key Attributes and Play Style

 

At 6'4" and 206 pounds, Harrison possesses an imposing physical presence on the field, reminiscent of legendary receivers like his namesake, Marvin Harrison Sr. His size, combined with exceptional hands and ball-tracking ability, present him with a massive catch radius, making him a constant threat in contested situations. While he may lack some of the brute strength and athleticism of some of his counterparts, Harrison compensates with good acceleration and remarkable body control that enables him to navigate through traffic and be a solid threat after the catch.

 

 

Similar to that of Rome Odunze, Marvin exhibits great fluidity in his route running, where he separates from his counterpart is with his extreme twitchiness and explosiveness off the line. His footwork and savvy route-running instincts are among the best in any prospect I have ever evaluated. He is a rare separator, with distinct similarities to one of the best wideouts in the game today, Davante Adams.

 

 

Harrison has enough juice to win downfield but he thrives in that area by using his hands and body to leverage defensive backs, as well as a unique suddenness which, complemented by his exceptional athleticism and body control, allows him to be a threat in the vertical passing game, albeit not his strongest of suits. 

 

Marvin Harrison Jr. possesses a keen football IQ, and is extremely adept at reading defenses and finding soft spots in coverage. It will make him one of the most sought after prospects in this year's class, despite not having top of the line physical or athletic traits.

 

 

This is not Brandon Aiyuk. It's Marvin Harrison Jr. (He is 6"4) pic.twitter.com/IdUpYqIqc9

— Kwon Scouting (@KwonScouting) February 13, 2024

 

Film Breakdown

 

Upon reviewing Harrison Jr.'s tape, it's evident that he possesses the makings of a future star in the NFL. My pro comparison to Davante Adams speaks volumes about what I see in his potential impact at the next level. His prowess as a receiver is remarkable for his age, and he clearly possesses the potential to emerge as a top-tier talent in the league. It is clear to me that Marvin Harrison Jr. is a blue chip prospect at the wide receiver position and is primed to make waves in the NFL level and establish himself as one of the premier wide receivers of his generation.

 

 

 

Final Grade: 92.4 - Blue Chip Prospect

 

For the full grade breakdown see Instagram @KwonScouting.