Mecole Hardman: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / December 10

Encouraging update on forgotten Bills WR eligible to return from injury in Week 16

There hasn’t been much talk of Mecole Hardman since he was lost due to injury. The Buffalo Bills’ wide receiver/return man was placed on Injured Reserve due to a calf injury sustained during a Week 11 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but is eligible to return following the Bills’ Week 15 matchup with the New England Patriots this weekend.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 21

4 options to fill Bills' roster spot vacated by injured Mecole Hardman

The Buffalo Bills opened up a spot on their 53-man roster prior to Thursday night's disappointing dud against the Houston Texans. While elevating wide receiver Gabe Davis and Keleki Latu from the practice squad a few hours before kickoff, the Bills also decided to place recently-acquired wide receiver Mecole Hardman on Injured Reserve.

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Bills' WR woes continue with update on Mecole Hardman

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 20

Bills' latest notable signee lands on Injured Reserve after only one game

Well, that didn't last long. The Buffalo Bills signed wide receiver Mecole Hardman to the 53-man roster prior to their Week 11 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but the three-time Super Bowl champion proceeded to suffer a calf injury that has landed him on Injured Reserve.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 20

Bills Place WR Mecole Hardman On IR, Call Up Two

The Buffalo Bills announced Thursday that they’ve elevated TE Keleki Latu and WR Gabe Davis to their active roster. The Bills also placed WR Mecole Hardman on Injured Reserve.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / November 20

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Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / November 18

Bills scramble with emergency roster move as injuries pile up and the hits keep coming before 'Thursday Night Football'

The Buffalo Bills were able to pull off the thrilling win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but the excitement from the victory was short-lived as the team set its sights on the "Thursday Night Football" matchup against the Houston Texans.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 17

Bills' newest addition likely unavailable Thursday night after mixed debut

Mecole Hardman went from electrifying start to disappointing finish during his Buffalo Bills' debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on November 16. His first touch resulted in a 61-yard kickoff return, which stands as the Bills' longest of the season, thrilling the capacity crowd at Highmark Stadium.

NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / November 17

It took one game for Bills fans to learn what Chiefs fans have known for years

The Mecole Hardman era of Buffalo Bills football began on Sunday when he joined his new team against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 11. Kansas City Chiefs fans wondered how involved Hardman might be with his new team and turns out, he was quite involved in his Bills debut.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 16

Bills immediately demote Mecole Hardman after muffed punt vs. Buccaneers

On Sunday, the Buffalo Bills hit the field at home for a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a matchup of two legitimate Super Bowl contenders from each conference.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 16

Bills WR Keon Coleman benched in Week 11

It’s no secret that Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman has failed to live up to his draft stock thus far in his young career. A slow rookie campaign with a couple missed games is excusable, but Coleman has noticeably taken a step back in Year 2.

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Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / November 15

Bills activate DT T.J. Sanders from IR, sign WR Mecole Hardman

Knee surgery has left T.J. Sanders unavailable since he last played in Week 4. The second-round rookie is set to return to action on Sunday, however.

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 15

Projecting Bills' new-look WR corps with Davis, Hardman adds ahead of Week 11 vs. TB

Suddenly, there are too many cooks in the kitchen within the Buffalo Bills’ wide receiver room. The Bills added two pass catchers to their corps of WRs on Saturday afternoon, elevating Gabe Davis from the practice squad while signing newly-acquired Mecole Hardman to the team’s 53-man roster.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 15

Bills make important special teams change, tab former All-Pro for featured role

Brandon Codrington is out. Mecole Hardman is in. The Buffalo Bills made a notable roster move on the eve of their November 16 home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 15

Bills Made Three Moves, Signed WR Mecole Hardman From PS

The Bills announced on Saturday that they have signed WR Mecole Hardman from the practice squad. They also activated DT T.J. Sanders from injured reserve and released CB Brandon Codrington.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 13

New Buffalo Bills WR has golden opportunity to immediately impact 'special' phase

It’s been a bit strange for Mecole Hardman since shifting to the other side of one of the NFL’s greatest rivalries. A former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver, Hardman was signed to the Buffalo Bills’ practice squad earlier this week, taking him behind former enemy lines.

NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / November 11

Tyreek Hill just said what every Chiefs fan is thinking about Mecole Hardman

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 11

Former All-Pro teammate gives glowing endorsement for Bills' newest WR addition

The NFL trade deadline came and went, and Brandon Beane was unable to execute any trades, despite reports that the Buffalo Bills wanted Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jalen Waddle.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 11

Bills Made Five Roster Moves Tuesday

The Bills made five roster moves on Tuesday, including officially signing WR Mecole Hardman to the practice squad, per the NFL transaction wire. Buffalo also designated DT T.J.

Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / November 11

Bills newest addition earns some high praise from former teammate that should have Bills Mafia excited

The Buffalo Bills signed three-time Super Bowl champion wide receiver Mecole Hardman. The speedster has expertise in the punt and kick return game, which could mean the end of cornerback and return specialist Brandon Codrington, who has been a healthy scratch throughout multiple games over the 2025 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 11

Chiefs post-bye updates hint at key injury, lineup shakeup and WR twist

The Kansas City Chiefs have returned from some time away in Week 10, and with them comes an influx of updates. The Chiefs are preparing to make an important road trip to face the Denver Broncos, who hold a two-game edge in the AFC West, and are dealing with a number of injuries and questions coming out of the bye week.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / November 11

Veteran Wide Receiver Mecole Hardman Signs With Buffalo Bills

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Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 10

Released Packers receiver gets 2nd chance with Bills practice squad

The Packers’ Mecole Hardman signing did not pay dividends. An underwhelming training camp cost him a spot on the 53-man roster. He then signed with Green Bay’s practice squad, only to be cut a second time several weeks later.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 10

Bills Signing WR Mecole Hardman To Practice Squad

The Buffalo Bills are signing veteran WR Mecole Hardman to their practice squad on Monday, according to Jeremy Fowler. Here’s the Bills’ updated practice squad: QB Shane Buechele RB Frank Gore Jr.

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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