PHX Reporter

WESTFIELD, Indiana – Marvin Harrison Jr. has faint memories of his time around the Colts growing up, primarily recalling a game against the Baltimore Ravens and a Super Bowl. His father, Marvin Harrison Sr., was a prominent figure in the state, playing seven seasons with the Colts after Harrison Jr. was born in August 2002.

On Wednesday afternoon, Harrison Jr., now a rookie wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, spoke to the media before his team practiced against the Colts at Grand Park Sports Campus for their first joint workout. "It is kind of crazy," he said. "The first joint practice against the Colts, who would've thought that?"

Harrison Sr. had an outstanding career year in 2002, coinciding with his son's birth. Now, it is Harrison Jr.'s turn to make his mark with the Cardinals.

"I made it at this point, with my own path," Harrison Jr. stated. "I just want to work hard and see where it takes me."

Although he has been relatively quiet so far due to his reserved personality, Harrison Jr. has stood out in practice but only played three snaps against the Saints in the preseason opener without receiving a target. Coach Jonathan Gannon mentioned that decisions about Saturday's game would be made after Thursday's practice.

Reflecting on his play against the Saints, Harrison Jr. said he focused on his game day routine rather than not getting targeted: "I just wanted to get out and play."

Harrison Sr., who attended Wednesday's practice and planned to return Thursday, interacted with fans but did not watch much of his son's performance: "You can't be the 'Dad' and just be hovering over your kid. You let him play and have fun."

Harrison Jr., looking forward to Saturday's game despite never having played at Lucas Oil Stadium (where his father entered the Ring of Honor), expressed excitement: "For a rookie, he's a pro's pro," Gannon commented.

Whether or not he plays in Saturday’s game remains uncertain; however, Harrison Jr. is eager for regular-season games: "But I obviously still have a lot of work to do."

Having grown up around the NFL thanks to his father's career, Harrison Jr. feels prepared for professional football: "My dream was always to do this," he said.

As part of the Cardinals' offense foundation and wearing red during practices against the Colts, Harrison Jr.'s journey continues.

"I outgrew all" of his old Colts gear," he noted.