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Mecole Hardman Recreates Legendary Super Bowl Touchdown Catch in NFL Playoffs

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Mecole Hardman has recreated his iconic touchdown reception from Super Bowl LVIII. The NFL Playoffs are underway, as the league's eight remaining teams look to punch their tickets to the Super Bowl.

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Bills re-sign Super Bowl-winning wide receiver just days after release

Looking for a spark in the return game, the Buffalo Bills signed veteran wide receiver Mecole Hardman in early November. He gave them an instant spark with a 61-yard kickoff return in his debut.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 30

Bills Re-Sign WR Mecole Hardman

The Buffalo Bills announced they have re-signed WR Mecole Hardman to the practice squad. Hardman, 27, is a former second-round pick of the Chiefs back in 2019.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 27

Bills Announce Four Moves, Release WR Mecole Hardman

The Bills announced four roster moves on Saturday, including the release of WR Mecole Hardman. The team also elevated DE Andre Jones and K Michael Badgley for Week 17 and signed TE Keleki Latu from the practice squad.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / December 27

Buffalo Bills release exciting midseason WR addition in surprising move

A surprising announcement. The Buffalo Bills made a few roster moves ahead of their Week 17 matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles, including the release of wide receiver Mecole Hardman.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / December 27

Bills have decision to make on underwhelming Super Bowl champ occupying roster spot

The Buffalo Bills are looking for their most formidable wide receiver combination, and it doesn't appear to include Mecole Hardman. The Bills chose to deploy Hardman as one of five active wide receivers for the Week 16 road game against the Cleveland Browns while not dressing Gabe Davis and Keon Coleman.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 20

Bills Announce Three Moves, Activate WR Mecole Hardman From IR

The Bills announced three roster moves Saturday, including the activation of veteran WR Mecole Hardman from injured reserve. Kicker Michael Badgley and DE Andre Jones Jr.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 17

Bills Designating WR Mecole Hardman To Return

The Buffalo Bills are designating WR Mecole Hardman to return from injured reserve, per Katherine Fitzgerald. This opens a three-week window for him to practice with the team before he has to be added to the active roster.

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Bills consider activating 3x Super Bowl champion to help down stretch

His Buffalo Bills' debut ended early due to injury, but another opportunity may be awaiting wide receiver Mecole Hardman. Having served four weeks on Injured Reserve, the Bills are permitted to open Hardman's activation window at any time moving forward.

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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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

Preview: Texans vs. Bills on Thursday Night Football

The Houston Texans are back in action on a short week for their Thursday Night Football matchup vs. the Buffalo Bills, coming in winning three of their past four games and presenting a rare opportunity for the Texans to reach over the .500 mark for the first time this season.

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 / 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 / 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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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.

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Packers' $1.5 million signing already on the bubble

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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.