Cardinals prepare to trade wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., destination still undecided

The Arizona Cardinals told wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. early Saturday that a trade deal was in progress, and the player will be inactive for the team's upcoming game against the Detroit Lions. General manager Monti Ossenfort and head coach Mike LaFleur are among the few who know the details of the transaction, which is expected to be completed in the coming days.

Sources close to the league say the Houston Texans are a leading candidate, noting the former Ohio State connection between Harrison and Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud. However, no official agreement has been announced, and other teams could still become involved depending on the outcomes of Week 5 games.

Arizona is reportedly seeking a substantial return, potentially a first-round draft pick, for the 24-year-old who recorded 885 receiving yards and eight touchdowns as a rookie last season. While the exact compensation remains undisclosed, insiders believe the Cardinals have received an offer they consider strong enough to move forward with the trade.