The debut of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cam-ward" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cam Ward</a> in the NFL has not been great, but it could get even worse this week. The quarterback needs to defeat the Arizona Cardinals if he wants to avoid making unfortunate history with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tennessee Titans</a>.



Cam Ward entered the NFL as the first overall pick in the 2025 draft. The Titans see him as the franchise quarterback they have been waiting for, but the results have not gone their way so far.



Now, in Week 5, they face the Cardinals and once again are not the favorites to win. However, Ward may have extra motivation for this matchup, as a defeat would place his name in the wrong side of the record books.



<h2>Titans need a win in Week 5 against Cardinals to avoid historic blunder</h2>



The Tennessee Titans are not having the 2025 NFL season they expected with Ward under center. The AFC South team hasn’t won a single game this campaign, and Week 5 could extend the losing streak.



For their fifth game of the year, the Titans face the Cardinals in Arizona. The home team is favored, while Tennessee risks making history for all the wrong reasons if they leave Phoenix with another loss.


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The franchise hasn’t dropped 11 straight games since becoming the Titans. A defeat on Sunday would mark that unwanted milestone, and although Ward isn’t solely responsible, all eyes would inevitably fall on him.



The last time the franchise lost 11 in a row, they were still the Houston Oilers. That skid ran from Week 5 against the Steelers through Week 16 against the Chiefs in 1994, before they finally ended the slump with a season-finale victory over the Jets.

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Marvin Harrison Jr. is going through a rough patch in only his second season in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals’</a> wide receiver has failed to make an impact on the team after an inconsistent rookie season, in which he caught 62 passes on 116 targets for 885 yards and eight touchdowns.&nbsp;



This campaign hasn’t been much different, with Harrison catching 16 passes on 27 targets for 208 yards and two touchdowns. 



The former Ohio State star has been on the receiving end of criticism, but many are still confident that he can turn things around.&nbsp;



<h2>Former Cardinals coach details how he would work with Marvin Harrison Jr.&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>



Todd Haley, former Cardinals offensive coordinator (2007-08), talked with insider Kyle Odegard to discuss Harrison’s tough start. Haley insisted that the coaches and the quarterback must keep Harrison in the loop and give him targets so he can increase his confidence.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="580" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251003_BUS_502776_marvin-harrison-cardinals-1024x580_31e635ad.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=580" alt="Marvin Harrison Jr. is the best receiver on the Cardinals&apos; roster" class="wp-image-422445" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Arizona Cardinals </figcaption></figure>



“The quarterback generally wants to throw it to the guy he can trust, so (Harrison, Jr.) has to hold up his end of the bargain, but when guys know the ball is going to keep coming, it takes a little pressure off them and they start to gain confidence. If I’m game-planning, every play the first read would start with him. It’s not going to go to him every time, because the defense can dictate that, but (I’d try). (Trey) McBride is awesome. I think he’s great. But the ball is going to come to him naturally as things break down. That’s the way it works for tight ends. He’s going to get his 8, 10, 12 targets organically with how the game plays out,” he said.



Malik Nabers, for example, was targeted 35 times before he went down with a season-ending injury against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. The Cardinals have other solid pass catchers, but if they count on Harrison to lead their receiving corps for many years, it’s time to put more attention on him.&nbsp;

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After starting the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>season 2-0, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a> are 2-2 now and sitting fourth in the NFC West division standings. They lost two close games against the San Francisco 49ers (16-15) and the Seattle Seahawks (23-20) in the past two weeks, confirming that they can compete, but they still miss something to make it to the next level.&nbsp;



Star quarterback Kyler Murray has been questioned over his lack of success with the team, and some think this season could define his future with the franchise. Murray, 28, has been with the Cardinals since 2019, posting a 38-47-1 record while going 1,951 of 2,910 for 20,240 yards and 121 touchdowns against 60 interceptions.&nbsp;



Murray has drawn a lot of attention ahead of the Week 5 matchup against the Tennessee Titans, a winless team trying to show a different face.&nbsp;



<h2>Stephen A. Smith casts doubt on Kyler Murray’s future with Cardinals&nbsp;</h2>



On Monday’s episode of ESPN’s “First Take,” veteran analyst Stephen A. Smith questioned Kyler Murray’s lack of success with the Cardinals, especially in the playoffs.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251001_BUS_501761_Kyler-Murray-2-1-1024x576_d014fffe.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kyler Murray in 2024" class="wp-image-373513" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals </figcaption></figure>



“I don’t know – what I will say is that he’s been in the league long enough where you haven’t had a single playoff win. We got to pay attention to that. We got to pay attention to the fact that you’re costing the team about $43 million. We got to pay attention to the fact that he was sacked six times last night, so he was under constant pressure,” Smith said.&nbsp;



He lauded the quarterback’s ability to score back-to-back touchdowns against the Seahawks in Week 4, but still wondered if the player was the problem in Arizona.&nbsp;



“I think we’ve seen him step up in the way that he stepped up with those two touchdown drives to tie the game. 20-20 after being down 20-6, he deserves a lot of credit for that. But the level of consistency has been lacking. And when you look at it from that standpoint, and you see the ascension of other quarterbacks in this league, you do have to take a look at it. Is it him? Is it the coaching? Is it the system? I will tell you that it does give you cause to pause,” he added.



Murray has played under different coaches in his seven-year career, and the team’s officials have failed to give him a competitive team. This may be happening again this season, where he’s playing at a decent level.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals">Arizona Cardinals</a> are dealing with a new setback. Running back Trey Benson will miss four games of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season due to a knee injury. He was expected to return this week, but the team now adds another player to the injured list alongside James Conner.



Conner will miss the rest of the season due to a foot injury, marking a significant loss for the Cardinals. Adding to the list of absences in the position group is Benson, another painful setback for Arizona as the team prepares to face the Tennessee Titans on Sunday.



With two key players out for the Cardinals, questions arise about which remaining players can step up as primary weapons for Arizona’s offense. Quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyler-murray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kyler Murray</a> will have fewer options when throwing passes, making it essential to review the depth chart.



<h2>Cardinals RB depth chart</h2>



The Cardinals’ depth chart now lists Emari Demercado as the starting running back following the injuries to Benson and Conner. The position is further supported by Michael Carter and Bam Knight, serving as the second and third options, respectively.



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<h2>What do the Cardinals lose without Benson and Conner?</h2>



Benson was set to take the starting role at running back for the Cardinals. Although he hadn’t scored any touchdowns this season, the Arizona offensive player contributed on the field in all four league games, recording 160 yards, 29 carries, and 13 receptions.


 

 

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Conner played three games before getting injured, registering 8 receptions and 32 carries for 95 yards, contributing two touchdowns in the most recent of his five seasons. Both he and Benson are losses that represent a significant decrease in offensive power for the Cardinals.

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Marvin Harrison Jr.’s second season is off to a shaky start. The former No. 4 overall pick had a decent rookie season, catching 62 passes for 885 yards and eight touchdowns.&nbsp;



He was expected to take his game to new levels, but after four games, Harrison has yet to show his best. After the Seattle Seahawks’ 23-20 win over the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a>, Harrison has recorded 16 receptions for 208 yards and two touchdowns.&nbsp;



He posted his best game of the season against Seattle, catching six passes for 66 yards and one touchdown. Despite showing a better face, Harrison continues to face criticism.&nbsp;



<h2>Marvin Harrison Jr. under criticism from former running back&nbsp;</h2>



After the game was over, former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> running back Damien Harris questioned Harrison’s mental toughness. He described the second-year wide receiver as “timid” and suggested that the pressure of being a first-round pick is affecting his performance.&nbsp;



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“Marvin Harrison Jr., my brother, you are the No. 1 receiver for Kyler Murray. … But at times it seems like you are a liability. You have to be a guy who’s always open. You have to be a guy who’s available and can run every route in the route tree. You can’t be a liability when you’re out there. And at times it seems like that’s what it is for Marvin Harrison Jr.,“ he said. 



The Cardinals are 2-2 after two consecutive losses. Harrison showed signs of improvement on Thursday, but also dropped a slant pass that resulted in an interception by linebacker Ernest Jones.&nbsp;



This has become a notable issue for the Cards, but the team is still behind its top wide receiver.&nbsp;

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka shared his thoughts on former teammate Marvin Harrison Jr.’s start to the 2025 season. The No. 19 overall pick is off to a great start with the Bucs, posting 14 receptions for 181 yards and three touchdowns.&nbsp;



Harrison has similar numbers, as he’s recorded 16 receptions for 208 yards and one touchdown. The difference? Egbuka did it in three games, while Harrison did it in four.&nbsp;



As a No. 4 overall pick, Harrison carries high expectations. He was expected to achieve big things in the league, but his rookie season wasn’t spectacular.



Egbuka joined Kay Adams’ “Up &amp; Adams” show on Thursday to touch on several topics, including his former teammate’s slow start to the season.&nbsp;



<h2>Emeka Egbuka isn’t worried about Marvin Harrison Jr.’s shaky start&nbsp;</h2>



Egbuka had positive things to say about Harrison, whom he played with from 2021 to 2023. They will meet again on November 30, when the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a> travel to Tampa Bay. Talking about Harrison’s issues, Egbuka said he has everything to overcome the situation.&nbsp;



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“I’m not worried about him at all, not not even a little bit,” Egbuka said, before diving into the habits that make Harrison a special worker. “Looking at the stats and stuff, I think you know what, what we set out to do held true. And just the amount of work I’ve seen him put in over the past years when we were at Ohio State, like, this dude working until dark. He wakes up early, and he’s just constantly thinking about football. So, you know, the yips are a real thing. They happen from time to time. I’ve had them myself, but there’s absolutely no worries.”



Harrison recorded the best game of his sophomore season, grabbing six passes for 66 yards and one touchdown in a hard-fought 23-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. This might be the turning point of his season, but time will tell how he fares moving forward.&nbsp;

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The Arizona Cardinals kicked off their <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season in the best way possible, winning their first two games in a row. However, their first loss in Week 3 against the 49ers, followed by a recent home defeat to the Seattle Seahawks, now puts their status as a division contender in serious doubt — raising questions about the future for Kyler Murray and his team.


 


The frustration was palpable after the narrow three-point loss at State Farm Stadium, especially since it was a crucial divisional matchup that would, in many ways, set the tone for Jonathan Gannon’s team this season.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyler-murray">Murray</a> ended the game with the same vibes and feelings, telling the media he values his team’s resilience but acknowledges it hasn’t been enough to secure wins.



“We’ve got to make more plays. We’ve got to show up, be ready to go. It’s like (expletive) is loading, you know what I mean, and it’s taking too long,” the talented quarterback said.



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“Obviously, the resilience of the team, you love to see it, and you feel like you give yourself the chance to win the game at the end, but it’s just too late.”


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<h2>Shuffle the deck and deal again</h2>



After an inspiring 2-0 start, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals">Arizona Cardinals</a> and HC Jonathan Gannon now find themselves in a precarious position, having dropped two heartbreaking contests in a row on walk-off field goals to sit at 2-2. 



The major issue, which Gannon himself has pointed to, is a glaring lack of sustained offensive execution, especially in the early game, leading to a struggle for consistent scoring. 



With the offense not doing enough to win, the coaching staff is under pressure to reset and adapt their strategy, focusing on generating more explosives and improving their overall run efficiency, particularly after losing lead running back James Conner to injury. 



For the Cardinals to return to the win column and stay relevant in the tough NFC West race, the entire team—starting with Gannon—must find urgent solutions to their offensive woes before the season slips away.



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<h2>Murray shows confidence in Harrison Jr.</h2>



Despite the clear and recurring struggles of the Cardinals’ offense during stretches of games, Kyler Murray remains confident in Marvin Harrison Jr.’s talent. The quarterback believes their connection has serious potential — and could become one of the league’s most talked-about duos in the near future.



“He needs me, I need him,” he said. “This is a team sport, four-quarter game, and I understand he’s not coming out of the game. I don’t want him to come out of the game. So, we’ve got to get this going. And that’s really just what it is. Just conversations on the sideline, keeping his confidence up.”


 


“I love the way that he fought back and continued to play hard and continued to make plays,” Murray also added. “Obviously, he’s probably going to go home thinking about that (expletive). But at the end of the day, again, it’s football. We all make mistakes. But he continued to battle. I’m excited.”

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When the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a> drafted wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., they hoped to get an other-worldly talent. Fast forward a year and four weeks, and he has not met expectations. His game against the Seattle Seahawks was a tale of two halves and people were going all over the place in social media. 



Kyler Murray threw two interceptions and Harrison had something to do in both of them. The first one, Harrison stopped his route, hence Murray’s throw went all the way to Seattle’s safety. The second one, Harrison bumbled an easy pass and couldn’t catch it, throwing it back in the air, making it easy for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seahawks</a> to intercept it. He bounced back in the second half with a great touchdown and key catches.



“I’ve gotta give a tremendous amount of credit and respect to Marvin Harrison Jr. He really hung in there, battled through a ton of adversity, and overcame it all to show why he’s a future star in this league. Marvin displayed true football character in every sense of the word — something we can all appreciate,” said Jordan Schultz.



<h2>Harrison was seen as a generational talent</h2>



While he bounced back, his first half was awful. User ZIM said, “Marvin Harrison Jr. is the most talented f— up in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. His drops are nasty every week. Cardinals were driving too…” User FFB Fanatics posted, “The haters said Marvin Harrison Jr. was only good because of his dad. They said Marvin was just another ‘system WR’ propped up by Ohio State’s QB factory. They said Marvin couldn’t separate against NFL corners. They were correct. Honestly a good call from the haters.“



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The touchdown shown above was the turning point late in the fourth. Fans also reacted to that. “Marvin Harrison Jr. looks like he’s about to cry after that TD… Finally proving he can make it happen for Arizona,” Aggregate Sports said. Zach Bollinger also posted, “Now THAT’S the Marvin Harrison Jr. I remember.”


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<h2>Harrison and Murray are not there yet, but the glimpses are great</h2>



The connection between quarterback and wide receiver is key. However, you can clearly see <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyler-murray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kyler Murray</a> and Harrison are not on the same page. The routes that Harrison runs are not the routes the QB expects. That leads to stopped drives, turnovers and frustration.



But then, you see Harrison go for 6 catches, 66 yards and one touchdown in the fourth quarter. A couple of those catches were tough grabs as well. Hence, there is potential, but there’s more than a season played and the fact that they don’t have a great, stable connection yet is concerning. The Cardinals offense depends on it.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a> are playing the Seattle Seahawks to kick off the Week 4 of the NFL on Thursday Night Football. The question for the home team fans or fantasy players around the world is: Will running back Zach Charbonnet play tonight?



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/zach-charbonnet" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Charbonnet</a> is usually the RB2 of the Seahawks behind Kenneth Walker III. However, he is very important and gets plenty of snaps. For instance, in the two games he’s played this season, he’s had 27 rushing attempts, 57 yards and one touchdown.



For Charbonnet fantasy owners, he missed Week 3 but now Ian Rapoport of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Network reported that he has a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of tonight’s game against the Cardinals. He did log full practices during the week, and Rapoport’s report indicates he will be a part of the game.



<h2>What does this mean for Kenneth Walker III?</h2>



While Charbonnet owners are happy, Fantasy players that have Kenneth Walker III on their rosters might be weary. Unless Charbonnet’s snaps are limited, and we have no signs of that, Walker’s snaps will be less than last week’s.



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Walker had 10 and 13 carries when Charbonnet was playing this season, meaning he has less rushing attempts than Charbonnet. Walker does have the ability to create big plays over nothing and has much more explosiveness. On a yards per attempt comparison, Walker doubles Charbonnet with a 4.2 yards per carry.


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<h2>The biggest weapon Seattle has is a receiver</h2>



With the arrival of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sam-darnold" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sam Darnold</a>, the Seahawks got a nice pocket passer. He has a special connection with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The Ohio State product has 22 receptions already with 323 yards and one touchdown to his name. As of now, JSN leads the NFL in yards per touch with 14.7. 



However, the running game is still important for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seahawks</a>. Whether is Charbonnet or Walker, the fact that the team can run the ball opens up lanes for Smith-Njigba and Darnold to connect. Not to mention, there’s also Cooper Kupp in the lineup as WR2. Hence, Darnold has two great route runners to reap the benefits of having an established running game.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a> prepare to face off against NFC West rivals Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football of Week 4 of the NFL. However, they saw starting running back James Conner go down and if you’re wondering if he’s playing tonight, we have the answer.



Conner suffered an ankle injury which will sideline him for the rest of the season. Hence, he won’t be able to play alongside Kyler Murray and company against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seahawks</a>.



Conner has been a workhorse on this offense since arriving to the team in 2021, including a Pro Bowl selection. In fact, he surpassed 1,000 yards from scrimmage every season he’s played for the Cardinals.



<h2>Who is Conner’s backup?</h2>



Now, the task to guide the running game falls on Trey Benson’s shoulders. The second-year running back has been taking his fair share of snaps, but now, he will be promoted to be the RB1 of the team.



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Benson is averaging a very good 6.0 yards per attempt right now on 21 carries. He’s also racked up 8 catches for 45 yards. While he hasn’t been able to score a touchdown yet, he will get all the red zone touches now that Conner is sidelined.


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<h2>The running game is key for the Cardinals</h2>



Arizona needs the running game to work. Quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyler-murray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kyler Murray</a> is a very fast and mobile signal-caller but he needs the running game to be good to establish play-action. While Murray is a very good passer, his decision-making is sometimes questionable. Hence, opening passing lanes by having the defense concerned with the rushing department is crucial.



Also, there is something going on with the team’s best receiver. Marvin Harrison Jr. was drafted last season. He was poised to be one of the best wideouts in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. However, this year he has two drops already on 17 targets. He’s only got 47.3 yards per game and only one touchdown. He is underdelivering which makes it harder for the team to be multidimensional on offense.

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Ahead of the Week 3 matchup between his<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Arizona Cardinals </a>and the San Francisco 49ers, Marvin Harrison Jr. shared a message about his performance and lack of targets. Harrison made it clear that he didn’t think much about his stats as long as the team was winning, fresh off a win over the Carolina Panthers.&nbsp;



The 49ers edged the Cardinals out 19-16 on Sunday to improve to 3-0, while the Cards suffered the first loss of the young 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. In a game that didn’t have Brock Purdy under center for the Niners, Mac Jones (27 of 41 for 284 yards and one touchdown) took the team to the promised land at Levi’s Stadium.&nbsp;



Harrison averaged 14.7 yards per catch in this game, but he was targeted six times and made three receptions for 44 yards. He dropped a pass when he was wide open, as he tried to catch with his legs instead of his hands.



The Week 3 performance didn’t sit well with the second-year wide receiver. Now that the team suffered its first loss, things appear to be changing for the Ohio State product.&nbsp;



<h2>Marvin Harrison Jr. opens up on his struggles&nbsp;</h2>



Speaking with reporters after the 49ers secured the win, Harrison admitted that he wasn’t performing at his best, and while his teammates were doing their job, he was failing to do his.&nbsp;



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“A lot of emotion. Just disappointed really,” Harrison said. “I know what I put into the game. It just doesn’t feel the best. … Everybody’s got a job to do – I’m not doing my job at a high enough level at the moment.”



In three games, Harrison has recorded 10 receptions for 142 yards and one touchdown. Those are decent numbers, but when you’re a No. 4 overall pick, people expect a lot more from you.&nbsp;

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Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals saw star running back James Conner get carted off the field against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a>. Now that he is injured, who will be the team’s running back? Who’s next on the depth chart?



Trey Benson was getting snaps already but now will serve as the workhorse. Emari DeMercado is the next guy on the depth chart and will provide depth to the team while Conner comes back. Per Tom Pelissero of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Network, Conner has an ankle injury. The 49ers is a rivalry game and it took a toll on the team.



Conner was a key part of the offense. The ankle injury looked gruesome and now it’s time to wonder how much time he will miss. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cardinals</a> should be thankful they have a deep running back room.



<h2>Can Trey Benson take the load?</h2>



Trey Benson is someone the Cardinals’ coaching staff is very fond of. In the first two weeks of the NFL season, Benson has 11 attempts for 83 yards and also five catches for 36 yards. He can be a dual threat back if needed.



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Benson was drafted in the third round of the 2024 NFL draft, but his rookie season wasn’t as stellar. Now, it’s his chance to become an absolute stud and pretty much grab the starting spot.


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<h2>Cardinals’ need their running game bad</h2>



Without a running game, there is no play-action. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyler-murray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kyler Murray</a> excels in play-action because of his dual-threat playing style. He can threaten defenses with his great deep passes or take off with his legs as the pass rush gets confused with the running deception.



Hence, it’s key for this team to be able to keep running the ball without Conner. Benson will have a big responsibility. If the Cardinals can’t run the ball, it’s been proven that Murray starts to struggle as he becomes more and more predictable and his progressions aren’t always the smoothest.

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After last season’s shortcomings, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Francisco 49ers</a> launched the 2025 NFL season with determination. Head coach Kyle Shanahan’s roster remains undefeated, having secured victories over the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints. Now poised to extend its winning streak, it faces a critical matchup against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals</a>. Yet, the challenge escalates as it must tackle this game without starting quarterback Brock Purdy.



NFL insider Ian Rapoport has confirmed that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brock Purdy</a> will be sidelined for today’s game as he continues to recover from a sprained left shoulder and turf toe. This absence marks his second consecutive game out of action. However, Purdy is anticipated to return to the lineup for the 49ers’ Week 4 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.



Despite sustaining an injury in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Week 1 against the Seahawks, the 25-year-old quarterback showcased his remarkable resilience and talent. Purdy completed 26 of 35 passes for 277 yards, throwing two crucial touchdowns, underscoring his status as an exceptional player. While the 49ers secured a victory in the previous game without him, Brock’s absence remains a significant challenge for the team.



<h2>Kyle Shanahan points out 49ers QB on Purdy’s absence</h2>



With Brock Purdy confirmed absent, 49ers fans eagerly sought a leader at quarterback for Week 3’s face-off against the Cardinals. Breaking the suspense, head coach Kyle Shanahan has once again placed his trust in Mac Jones, as reported by Ian Rapoport, appointing him to lead the charge.



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Mac Jones, though not a regular starter for the 49ers, made a compelling case for himself in the recent victory over the Saints. He delivered an impressive performance, completing 26 of 29 passes for 279 yards. In addition, he threw three touchdowns, signaling his readiness to step up in Brock Purdy’s absence.


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In Week 3, the 49ers elevated QB Adrian Martinez from the practice squad to serve as the backup quarterback against the Cardinals. Despite the move, the 25-year-old has yet to debut in a regular-season game. Jones’ impressive performances continue to delay Martinez’s opportunity to step onto the field.

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The Arizona Cardinals are one of the 10 unbeaten teams remaining in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> after two weeks of action. Ahead of Week 3, the NFC West franchise is eager to extend its positive streak, although the challenge might be harder, as it faces divisional rivals San Francisco 49ers, another undefeated squad.



After wins over the New Orleans Saints (20-13) and Carolina Panthers (27-22), the Cardinals enter Week 3 with high expectations. However, despite being 2-0, some have criticized their performance.&nbsp;



They beat two teams that are far away from contention and the Panthers threatened to complete a comeback win in the fourth quarter, which raised many eyebrows around the league. Marvin Harrison Jr. hasn’t been involved in the offense, either, but he’s not worried about that.&nbsp;



<h2>Marvin Harrison Jr. sends message to Cardinals doubters&nbsp;</h2>



Offensive coordinator Drew Petzing has been on the receiving end of criticism amid the Cardinals’ offense struggles. They are the 24th-ranked offense in the league, but Harrison believes none of that matters, even his lack of targets, if the team is winning.&nbsp;



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“That’s a silly conversation, really,” Harrison said Thursday. “We’re 2-0. That’s the most important thing. Two big games coming up, one big game this week. So, that’s really my only focus.”



In two games, Harrison has been targeted 11 times, as he’s caught seven passes for 98 yards and one touchdown. He’s second to tight end Trey McBride in each category, which isn’t a problem for the second-year wide receiver.



The Cardinals fought hard to make it to the playoffs last season, but they couldn’t keep up with the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks down the stretch. They have renewed expectations this year in a division that looks more competitive.

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After an underwhelming 2024 season (8-9), the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals">Arizona Cardinals</a> are off to a better start to this campaign. The NFC West franchise is one of the three divisional leaders after beating the Carolina Panthers, 27-22, to secure the second win of the young season.&nbsp;



The Cardinals have beaten two bad NFC South teams, the New Orleans Saints and the Panthers, but still remain one of the few undefeated teams in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. They are headed to back-to-back divisional rounds against the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks, respectively, with their confidence through the roof.&nbsp;



Coach Jonathan Gannon offered positive words for his players after they made mistakes to leave the game open against Bryce Young and Co.&nbsp;



<h2>Jonathan Gannon sends clear message to players after win over Panthers&nbsp;</h2>



During a conversation with Arizona Sports’ Burns &amp; Gambo on Monday, Gannon shared hiss confidence that his team can clean up its mistakes for the rest of the season, especially when they go against truly competitive teams.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20250917_BUS_492937_kyler-murray-cardinals-1024x576_a9151d25.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Kyler Murray is the leader of the Cardinals&apos; offense" class="wp-image-419498" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption> Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals </figcaption></figure>



“It’s hard to be 2-0 and it’s hard to win a game (in the NFL) but I just feel like we’re a better team than what we put out there, but I feel better about the solutions going forward to get better,” Gannon said.&nbsp;



The Panthers were close to pulling off a 24-point comeback in the fourth quarter. A Calais Campbell sack saved the Cardinals and gave them the second win of the season. The next two games will be a tougher test to show where this team actually stands.&nbsp;

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