Mecole Hardman: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kansas City Chiefs News / CBSSports.com / October 22

Raiders work out former Chiefs Super Bowl-winning pass catcher as wide receiver room remains in flux

We may see some changes in Vegas over the next two weeks, and Mecole Hardman could join the mix

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / October 22

Raiders had former Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman in for a tryout

Former Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman was in Las Vegas on Tuesday to try out for the Raiders. Hardman was most recently on the Packers' practice squad at the start of this season but hasn't played in a game in 2025.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7

Saints Worked Out Seven Free Agents Including WR Mecole Hardman

The New Orleans Saints brought in several free agents for tryouts on Tuesday, according the NFL Transactions wire. The full list includes: DB Shemar Bartholomew WR Ronnie Bell (Signed) CB Michael Davis (Signed) WR Mecole Hardman CB Keenan Isaac WR K.J.

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NFL News / New York Jets on SI / September 26

Former Jets, Chiefs WR Available After Packers Release

A former New York Jets wide receiver is out there for the taking right now after being released this week. The Green Bay Packers released veteran wide receiver and three-time Super Bowl champion Mecole Hardman this week, as shared by the franchise.

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NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / September 25

Chiefs once again face the Mecole Hardman question but the answer feels obvious

Mecole Hardman is officially a free agent. The Green Bay Packers released the veteran wide receiver earlier this week, as it became clear that his usefulness to them was less than their interest in another (younger) player, which is why they replaced him with rookie free agent Jakobie Keeney-James.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 23

Packers Sign Receiver with Elite Athleticism, Release Mecole Hardman

The Green Bay Packers released receiver Mecole Hardman from the practice squad on Tuesday and replaced him with undrafted rookie Jakobie Keeney-James. The Packers also promoted offensive tackle Brant Banks from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Former Chiefs Star Released by NFL Team After Playing 0 Snaps

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NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / September 23

Mecole Hardman’s Packers release proves life after Chiefs isn’t so easy

When it comes to unexpected legendary names in Kansas City Chiefs history, Mecole Hardman is definitely up there. The former second-round pick never quite

Green Bay Packers News / Arrowhead Addict / September 12

Mecole Hardman quietly waited his turn and Packers might reward him now

The Green Bay Packers began the season as a popular pick to represent the NFC in this year's Super Bowl, and through two games, they're marching forward with the look of a definite contender.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

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Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / August 27

Mecole Hardman highlights Packers' practice squad signees after being left off 53-man roster

After making final cuts for the initial 53-man roster on Tuesday, the Green Bay Packers have signed 13 players to the practice squad. Former Chiefs receiver Mecole Hardman leads the list of signees, one of four offensive skill position players to get the nod.

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Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / August 27

Packers Add Super Bowl Champion to Practice Squad

The Packers aren’t moving on from wide receiver/return specialist Mecole Hardman, just yet. Hardman was a disappointment during the preseason, ultimately becoming one of the Packers’ cuts to trim the roster to 53 players, but returns to Green Bay as a member of the 13-player practice squad.

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Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / August 26

Green Bay Packers: 3X Super Bowl Champ Is Unsurprising Cut from Final 53-Man Roster

As the 3 PM deadline for final roster cuts creeps closer, the Green Bay Packers have already trimmed several names from the final 53-man unit. Among them, reports ESPN’s Rob Demovsky, is wide receiver Mecole Hardman, signed this offseason to a one-year deal.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27

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Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / August 11

Mecole Hardman’s disastrous debut threatens Packers roster dreams

Mecole Hardman stumbled through his Green Bay Packers debut, struggling in a 30-10 preseason loss to the New York Jets. The veteran receiver and return specialist committed costly mistakes that likely hurt his bid for a roster spot in the Packers’ crowded receiving corps.

Green Bay Packers News / Arrowhead Addict / August 10

Mecole Hardman’s nightmare debut puts Packers future in serious doubt

Mecole Hardman will take the NFL's version of a mulligan if he could. The former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver is trying his best to make the Green Bay Packers active roster after signing a one-year deal with the team in free agency worth $1.5 million for the 2025 season.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / August 7

Packers Wide Receiver Mecole Hardman Making a Case for a Roster Spot

The Green Bay Packers are very deep at wide receiver this season. They have five players who are viewed as locks to make the roster if they stay healthy.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / July 18

Packers WR Mecole Hardman: Amazing Talent Being Slept On

This off season the Green Bay Packers signed WR & Return Specialist, Mecole Hardman to a 1 year, $1.5 million prove it deal. You can see the full details of his contract via Spotrac below.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 2

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NFL News / PackersTalk.com / March 25

Where does Mecole Hardman fit in the Packers offense?

The signing of former Kansas City Chief Mecole Hardman shocked some Packers fans. Late Tuesday evening the Packers decided added to their Wide Receiver room.

NFL News / PackersTalk.com / March 21

Will Mecole Hardman Prove To Be A Stellar Free Agent For The Packers?

The Green Bay Packers announced on March 19 that they had signed Mecole Hardman as a free agent. He is an experienced wide receiver, having been a three-time Super Bowl champion with the Kansas City Chiefs.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 19

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 18

Packers Signing WR Mecole Hardman To One-Year Deal

According to Jeremy Fowler, the Packers are signing WR Mecole Hardman to a one-year deal on Tuesday. The Bears also hosted Hardman for a visit but he left Chicago without a contract. Hardman, 26, is a former second-round pick of the Chiefs back in 2019.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 17

Bears Hosted WR Mecole Hardman For Visit

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Bears brought in free agent WR Mecole Hardman for a visit on Monday. The Bears also hosted Rondale Moore for a visit on Monday. Hardman, 26, is a former second-round pick of the Chiefs back in 2019.