Fantasy Player Profile Mecole Hardman
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- WR #12
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MecoleHardman
- IRInjured Reserve
- Manager: FA
@GB: #10 vs opposing WR - 30.93 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @JAX, | - | - | 6 | - | - | 1.60 |
| 3 | CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | LAC, | - | - | 6 | - | - | 1.60 |
| 8 | @DEN, | 3 | - | 13 | - | 1 | 1.60 |
| 9 | MIA, | - | - | 10 | - | - | 4.00 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | PHI, | - | - | 12 | - | - | 3.20 |
| 12 | @LV, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | LV, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | @LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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- 21.60
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 60.00
- 71.60
- 81.60
- 94.00
- 10
- 113.20
- 12
- 13
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- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10 Bye
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Undergoes thumb surgery
Hardman announced Monday that "surgery was successful" on his sprained right thumb.
Analysis: Hardman emerged from Kansas City's Week 11 loss to the Eagles with the injury and landed on injured reserve. He'll miss at least four games, and his next chance to suit up will come Christmas Day against the Raiders. Hardman's recovery timeline is unknown however, so it's unclear if he'll be able to get healthy by then.
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
The Chiefs placed Hardman (thumb) on injured reserve Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Hardman sprained his thumb in Monday's 21-17 loss to the Eagles. He wasn't able to log a practice session this week and will now be forced to miss at least the next four games while on IR. In his absence, Skyy Moore and Richie James are candidates to see action as the fourth wide receiver behind Justin Watson, Rashee Rice and Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Published: Sat, Nov 25 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined by thumb sprain
Hardman (thumb) won't play Sunday against the Raiders, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Per Adam Teicher of ESPN.com, Hardman is dealing with a sprained right thumb that may sideline him beyond this weekend. Since returning to the Chiefs in a trade with the Jets last month, Hardman has caught eight of his 10 targets for 41 yards, so his looming absence is of more import to his team's wideout depth than it is to fantasy managers.
Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined Thursday
Hardman (thumb) wasn't present for practice Thursday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman, who is dealing with a sprained thumb, also missed Wednesday's practice, so unless the wideout works fully Friday, he'll likely approach Sunday's game against the Raiders with an injury designation. In four games with the Chiefs since coming over in a trade with the Jets last month, Hardman has caught eight of his 10 targets for 41 yards, a pace that keeps him off the fantasy radar in all but the deepest of formats.
Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice with thumb sprain
Hardman won't practice Wednesday due to a sprained thumb, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman reeled in both of his targets and gained 12 yards in Monday's 21-17 loss to the Eagles, but he sustained the injury at some point along the way. The wideout will have two more opportunities to resume practicing in preparation for Sunday's game against the Raiders. Richie James (knee) is the top candidate to return punts and kickoffs if Hardman is unable to occupy that role this weekend.
Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet outing Monday
Hardman reeled in all two targets for 12 yards during Monday's 21-17 loss versus the Eagles.
Analysis: The Chiefs continue to rotate in a number of wide receivers, and Hardman is no exception to that, playing 20 percent of the snaps Monday. Still, that ranked sixth among Kansas City's wideouts for playing time, so there's little to get excited about in terms of his potential weekly output. He even ceded punt return duties to Kadarius Toney on Monday, so Hardman seems to be trending in the wrong direction for fantasy purposes.
Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts season-high catch count
Hardman gathered in all three targets for 10 yards during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Hardman's playing time remains limited, as he logged 13 offensive snaps Sunday (22 percent), after he logged 22 in Week 8. Still, he drew three targets in his limited snaps, albeit turning his three catches into very little. Hardman remains primarily a special teams contributor and is unlikely to warrant a look in fantasy unless things take a significant upward swing in the coming weeks. However, he has a bye on tap to get some additional work in with the offense.
Published: Tue, Nov 7 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Workload increases in Week 9
Hardman hauled in all two targets for 13 yards during Sunday's 24-9 loss against the Broncos.
Analysis: After playing just 11 offensive snaps in his 2023 Chiefs debut, Hardman saw his workload increase in his second game back, as his snaps were doubled to 22 against the Broncos. He finished equal with Justin Watson on that front and again played more than Kadarius Toney, but he still trailed Rashee Rice (37), Marquez Valdes-Scantling (35) and Skyy Moore (33). That said, neither MVS nor Moore posted impressive lines, so there may still be room for Hardman to carve out a regular role.
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Makes one grab in return to Chiefs
Hardman hauled in one of his three targets for six yards during Sunday's 31-17 win versus the Chargers.
Analysis: Hardman didn't see a ton of action in his first game back in Kansas City, playing just 11 offensive snaps, but he also contributed on special teams and was at least involved on offense, drawing three targets in those 11 snaps. Given the relative mediocrity among the team's wideouts, Hardman could still make a play for regular reps at wide receiver, though Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Rashee Rice may have stated their cases to maintain sizable reps with strong showings Sunday.
Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for Sunday's game
Hardman is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With Justin Watson out with an elbow injury, Hardman -- who rejoined the Chiefs in a trade with the Jets on Wednesday -- will bolster the team's WR depth in Week 7. In his first game back with the franchise that drafted him in 2019, it remains to be seen how much work Hardman will see, but in the coming weeks, he could push for snaps in a Kansas City wideout corps that also includes Rashee Rice, Skyy Moore, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kadarius Toney and Justyn Ross.
Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to play Sunday
Head coach Andy Reid suggested that Hardman will likely play in Sunday's game against the Chargers, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports. "We'll see, but it's going in that direction [of Hardman playing]," Reid said, when asked about the receiver's Week 7 status.
Analysis: Hardman was acquired via trade from the Jets on Wednesday. He spent the first four seasons of his career in Kansas City, eclipsing 500 yards in three of them, so he likely doesn't need much time to pick up the playbook. While the speedster could get a chance to shine right away against a Chargers defense that's allowing a league-high 220.8 receiving yards per game to wide receivers, Hardman would likely have a limited role Sunday if he's given the green light to play.
Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Kansas City
The Chiefs acquired Hardman and a 2025 seventh-round draft pick from the Jets on Wednesday in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round draft pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Hardman signed a one-year deal with the Jets in the offseason with the hope that he would provide quarterback Aaron Rodgers (Achilles) with a downfield weapon. However, with Rodgers going down with a likely season-ending injury Week 1, the New York offense has remained stuck in first gear, with Hardman often serving as a spectator. After playing just 28 offensive snaps through the Jets' first six games of 2023, Hardman may be capable of carving out a larger role in Kansas City, where he…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Two targets in Week 6
Hardman didn't catch either of his two targets in Sunday's 20-14 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: Trade rumors have been swirling around Hardman due to his lack of playing time, and while he got back on the field after being a healthy scratch for the previous game, Hardman remains stuck on one catch for the season. With a bye in Week 7, the Jets will have extra time to explore trade options for the little-used receiver, should they opt to go that route.
Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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Active for Sunday's game
Hardman is active for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman is back in uniform after being a healthy scratch last week, and in the process he'll bolster a Jets' Week 6 WR corps led by Garrett Wilson, Allen Lazard and Randall Cobb, with Xavier Gipson and Irvin Charles also on hand.
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be traded
The Jets are exploring options including a trade for Hardman, who was a healthy scratch for the team's Week 5 win over Denver, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman has barely played for New York this season after signing a one-year, $4 million contract in free agency. On the season, he has just one six-yard catch on one target. Any change of situation would likely improve Hardman's odds of having some form of fantasy relevance, but the Jets may not find much of a market for the former Kansas City wideout. Per Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic, Hardman said Wednesday that he just wants to play football, whether it's with the Jets or elsewhere.
Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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Not taking the field
Hardman (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Broncos.
Analysis: Hardman will sit out for the first time this season after having garnered active status for the first four games. However, the Georgian product has yet to make an impact, catching his only target for a six-yard gain on 20 offensive snaps.
Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Another goose egg
Hardman wasn't targeted in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Hardman barely saw the field once again, as the Jets continue to trot out Randall Cobb as their primary slot receiver. New York also got rookie speedster Xavier Gipson involved on a couple of jet sweeps. With Gipson now being used in the gadget role previously envisioned for Hardman, the former Kansas City wideout will likely continue to ride the pine until further notice.
Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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Plays two snaps in Week 3
Hardman played only two snaps on offense and wasn't targeted in Sunday's 15-10 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Hardman has barely seen the field while being targeted only once through three games with the Jets. He'll be motivated to deliver against his former team when the Chiefs come to town in Week 4, but Hardman may not get many opportunities to do so.
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Records first catch with Jets
Hardman caught his only target for six yards in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: After playing zero offensive snaps in his first game with the Jets last week, Hardman recorded his first reception with the team in Week 2. When asked about the possibility of playing Hardman more after the loss to Dallas, head coach Robert Saleh said "it's something to look at," per Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Hardman's speed could provide a spark for a Jets offense that's desperate for production after losing starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers (Achilles) for the season, but the former…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 8:24am by Rotowire.com
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Fails to play on offense
Hardman played zero snaps on offense and one on special teams in Monday's 22-16 overtime win over the Bills.
Analysis: Hardman took the field for a kickoff return but otherwise didn't get a chance to play with quarterback Aaron Rodgers on the Jets' opening drive before he suffered a season-ending torn Achilles, nor backup Zach Wilson. Though Hardman's speed should earn him a role on offense eventually, his upside will be limited now that Wilson is taking over as the Jets' starting quarterback.
Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Omitted from injury report
Hardman (finger) wasn't listed Thursday on the Jets' first Week 1 injury report, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman and Allen Lazard (shoulder) were both nursing minor injuries coming out of the preseason finale, but the Jets will enter Monday's season opener versus the Bills with their receiving corps at full strength after all seven members of the position group logged full practices Thursday. Garrett Wilson and Lazard should be locked in as the Jets' No. 1 and 2 receivers heading into Monday's game, while Hardman had been battling Randall Cobb for the No. 3 role for much of training camp and the…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be moving down depth chart
Hardman doesn't appear in line to enter the season with a top-three role at receiver, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Randall Cobb reportedly has seen more first-team work than Hardman, who injured a finger while playing with the second-stringers in a preseason-closing win over the Giants last Saturday. Hardman should get a few touches as a return man and as a No. 4 receiver when the Jets host the Bills in Week 1, but Cobb, Garrett Wilson and Allen Lazard (plus tight end Tyler Conklin) are all more likely to lead the New York's pass-catching corps in targets from quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Published: Wed, Aug 30 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Injures finger Saturday
Coach Robert Saleh said after Saturday's 32-24 preseason win against the Giants that Hardman hurt his finger during the game, but the wide receiver will be "fine," Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Hardman was injured at the end of a deep incompletion from quarterback Zach Wilson late in the second quarter, going to the locker room after checking out his hand, per Josina Anderson of CBS Sports. Prior to his departure, Hardman had two catches (on three targets) for 17 yards. Once the regular season rolls around, Hardman will have less competition for targets behind Garrett Wilson and Allen Lazard (shoulder) following the recent retirement of Corey Davis.
Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 6:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in Saturday's loss
Hardman brought in both targets for seven yards in the Jets' 13-6 preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night.
Analysis: Hardman's pair of grabs were his first as a member of the Jets. The speedy offseason addition appears to finally be healthy after last year's core muscle injury, and come the regular season, he figures to fill a key complementary downfield role alongside Garrett Wilson and Allen Lazard.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 8:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy after offseason surgery
Hardman (core muscle) took part in 11-on-11s Thursday, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Limited this spring after February surgery, Hardman seems to be back at full strength for the start of training camp. He's competing for reps in a WR room with Garrett Wilson, Allen Lazard, Corey Davis and Randall Cobb (ankle), though Davis could ultimately be a cap casualty and the soon-to-be-33-year-old Cobb is opening camp on the PUP list.
Published: Thu, Jul 20 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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Hopes to be ready for OTAs
Hardman indicated Thursday that he's ahead of schedule following surgery to repair a core muscle and hopes to be fully recovered by the time OTAs start in May, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Hardman, who signed a one-year contract with the Jets on Wednesday worth up to $6.5 million, is about a month removed from the procedure, and once the team retakes the field, the 2019 second-rounder will add speed to a wideout corps that for the time being also includes Garrett Wilson, Corey Davis, Allen Lazard and Denzel Mims. Per Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, in addition to bolstering his new team's pass-catching depth, Hardman -- who logged a 25-297-4 line on 34 targets in eight games with the…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 23 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Strikes one-year deal with Jets
Hardman (groin) agreed Wednesday with the Jets on a one-year contract, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman aggravated a lingering groin injury during the Chiefs' AFC Championship Game win over the Bengals and underwent surgery following the Super Bowl to correct the issue. It's unclear when he'll be back to 100 percent, but the Jets seem to be confident that he can regain his explosive playmaking ability in 2023. Hardman joins Allen Lazard as new members in New York's wideout corps, which also currently features Garrett Wilson, Corey Davis and Denzel Mims.
Published: Wed, Mar 22 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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Undergoes groin surgery
Hardman (groin) announced via his personal Twitter account that he underwent groin surgery in Philadelphia on Tuesday.
Analysis: Hardman returned from his lingering groin injury during the AFC Championship Game, but he subsequently aggravated the issue and was ultimately sidelined for Kansas City's win over the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. The looming free agent was limited to eight regular-season games with the Chiefs in 2022, in which he secured 25 of 34 targets for yards and four touchdowns. Hardman also had four carries for 31 yards and two scores and contributed in the return game.
Published: Tue, Feb 21 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on injured reserve
Kansas City placed Hardman (pelvis) on injured reserve Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Hardman had been sidelined since Week 9 due to the pelvic injury before he returned to action in the AFC Championship Game against the Bengals. However, he aggravated the issue in the second half of the contest and was considered doubtful for Super Bowl LVII after the first week of preparation. It's not surprising to see the speedy wideout ruled out for the final game of the season, but his move to IR opens up a roster spot for the Chiefs, who've filled the vacancy by activating Clyde…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 6 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Super Bowl
Hardman (pelvis) is listed as doubtful after the first week of preparation ahead of Super Bowl LVII versus the Eagles on Sunday, Feb. 12.
Analysis: Making his first appearance since Week 9 during this past Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals, Hardman aggravated his pelvic injury in the second half and now appears to be trending toward an absence from the upcoming Super Bowl, as coach Andy Reid intimated Thursday to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com. Still, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reported Thursday that the Chiefs are seeking additional opinions on Hardman to see if he may have a chance to suit up Feb. 12. Hardman's…read more
Published: Fri, Feb 3 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting opinions on injury
The Chiefs are gathering opinions to determine if Hardman (pelvis) has a chance to play in Super Bowl LVII against the Bengals, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: What alternatively has been called an abdominal or pelvic issue actually is a core muscle injury, per Garafolo. The health concern contained Hardman to just one appearance since Week 9 in this past Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bengals, a contest in which he aggravated it. On Thursday, coach Andy Reid said "it'll be tough" for Hardman to be active for the Super Bowl, according to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com. Having said that, the door remains slightly ajar for Hardman to be a…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 2 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward missing Super Bowl
Coach Andy Reid told Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com on Thursday that Hardman (pelvis) is unlikely to be available for Super Bowl LVII versus the Eagles. "I think it'll be tough for him," Reid relayed.
Analysis: Making his first appearance since Week 9 in this past Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals, Hardman managed to play 15 of 69 snaps on offense en route to two catches (on three targets) for 10 yards and two carries for seven yards. However, he aggravated his injured pelvis in the second half and was unable to return. Considering Reid's comments Thursday, Hardman seems to be the least likely of the Chiefs' banged-up wide receivers -- also, JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) and Kadarius…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 2 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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No practice Wednesday
Hardman (pelvis) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.
Analysis: All of Hardman, JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) and Kadarius Toney (ankle/hamstring) wouldn't have taken part in drills if the Chiefs had held a session Wednesday. However, the team has five more chances for all players to get in some on-field work ahead of the Feb. 12 Super Bowl LVII matchup with the Eagles after Hardman, Smith-Schuster and Toney made early exits from this past Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bengals. At the moment, Kansas City has just three healthy wide receivers…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 1 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Aggravates pelvis injury
Hardman (pelvis) is questionable to return to Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals.
Analysis: Hardman stayed down after making an 11-yard catch in the third quarter. That play brought Hardman up to two catches for 10 yards on three targets plus seven yards on two rushing attempts. He was playing for the first time since Week 9 due to an injured pelvis, and the wide receiver appears to have aggravated that injury.
Published: Sun, Jan 29 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to action Sunday
Hardman (pelvis) is listed as active for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals.
Analysis: In his first game action since Week 9, Hardman will add speed and experience to a Kansas City wideout corps that also includes JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore and Marcus Kemp. In that context, Hardman, who logged 25 catches on 34 targets for 297 yards and four touchdowns through eight games prior to being sidelined, profiles as a speculative fantasy option in his return to the Chiefs' pass-catching mix Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 29 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Sunday
Hardman (pelvis) is listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals after practicing in a limited fashion this week, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Hardman, who last suited up for game action in Week 9, appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's 6:30 ET kickoff, and If he's available versus Cincinnati, the 2019 second-rounder would add valuable speed and depth to a wideout corps that also includes JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore and Justin Watson (illness, questionable). Prior to being sidelined, Hardman had recorded 25 catches on 34 targets for 297 yards and four touchdowns in…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 27 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Hardman (pelvis) remained limited at practice Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Andy Reid told McMullen on Thursday that the team is "going to take it day-by-day" with Hardman as Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals approaches. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether the wideout heads into the weekend with an official injury designation or cleared to face Cincinnati.
Published: Thu, Jan 26 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Hardman (pelvis) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Hardman was unable to practice last week ahead of the Chiefs' divisional-round win over the Jaguars, but his ability to work Wednesday in any capacity has the wideout trending in the right direction in advance of Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bengals. If he's available this weekend, Hardman will add speed and experience to a Kansas City wideout corps that also includes JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kadarius Toney and Justin Watson.
Published: Wed, Jan 25 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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In line to practice
Hardman (pelvis) will practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Head coach Andy Reid noted that Hardman, who last suited up Week 9, "feels better than he did the last couple weeks" and "seems to be in a good place" as Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals approaches. The Chiefs' upcoming injury report will clarify Hardman's official participation level in Wednesday's session, but the wideout appears to be trending in the right direction at this stage of the week.
Published: Wed, Jan 25 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Saturday
Hardman (pelvis) has been ruled out for Saturday's playoff contest against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Hardman was unable to practice this week, so he'll target a potential return to action a week from Sunday, should Kansas City advance to the AFC Championship Game with a win over Jacksonville. In his continued absence this weekend, Kadarius Toney, Justin Watson and Skyy Moore are candidates to handle added opportunities behind the team's top two wide receivers, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Published: Thu, Jan 19 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Hardman (pelvis) remained sidelined at practice Wednesday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman, who was also listed as a non-participant Tuesday, has one more chance to return to the practice field ahead of Saturday's divisional-round matchup with the Jaguars. If Hardman remains sidelined this weekend, Kadarius Toney, Justin Watson and Skyy Moore would be in line for added opportunities between the Chiefs' top two wideouts, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Published: Wed, Jan 18 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Tuesday
Hardman (pelvis) won't practice Tuesday, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports. "It's not responding the way he wants it to," Kansas City coach Andy Reid said of Hardman's injury.
Analysis: After suffering the abdominal injury coming out of Kansas City's Week 9 win over the Titans, Hardman was moved to injured reserve before being cleared Dec. 14 to rejoin the team for practice. He appeared to be making progress and was officially activated and added back to the 53-man roster Jan. 4, but he didn't play in the regular-season finale against the Raiders after experiencing a setback during practice. Despite Kansas City being on bye for the first round of the postseason, Hardman…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 17 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Saturday
Hardman (pelvis) is inactive for Saturday's game against the Raiders.
Analysis: Hardman, who last suited up in Week 9, was listed as questionable by the Chiefs after practicing in a limited fashion Wednesday and Thursday and he'll sit this one out with an eye toward returning to action in the playoffs. In his continued absence, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kadarius Toney, Justin Watson and Ihmir Smith-Marsette will handle the Chiefs' Week 18 wideout duties.
Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Saturday's contest
Hardman (pelvis) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Raiders after practicing in a limited fashion Wednesday and Thursday.
Analysis: Hardman, who last suited up Week 9, may end up being a game-time decision for the contest. If he's cleared to play, he'll likely be subject to a limited workload, according to Charles Goldman of USA Today. Head coach Andy Reid said after Thursday's practice that, if active, Hardman will be subject to a similar restriction with his snaps that Kadarius Toney previously faced in his return from a three-game absence due to injury Week 15, noting that he'll be "holding [Hardman] back, I'm sure, if…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice Wednesday
Hardman was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a pelvis injury.
Analysis: The Chiefs activated Hardman from injured reserve earlier Wednesday after he hadn't played since Week 9 due to abdominal soreness, but given that he's still not practicing fully due to what's a related pelvis injury, the wideout's status for Saturday's game against the Raiders remains uncertain. Thursday's injury report will reveal whether Hardman approaches the contest with an injury designation or if he's cleared to play.
Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated from IR
The Chiefs activated Hardman (abdomen) from injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: Hardman, who last suited up Week 9, will bolster the Chiefs' pass-catching depth for Saturday's regular-season finale versus the Raiders and the team's upcoming playoff run. The team has yet to reveal its plans for Hardman in Week 18, given that he was a limited participant at practice Wednesday. When healthy enough to log a full allotment of snaps, Harman brings speed and experience to a wideout corps that also features JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Kadarius Toney. Prior to…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play after setback
Hardman (abdomen) won't play in Sunday's game against the Broncos, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Coach Andy Reid revealed that Hardman suffered a setback Wednesday, which explains his subsequent absence from practice. Hardman will have one more chance to return from injured reserve before the end of the regular season when the Chiefs face the Raiders in Week 18. He must be activated from injured reserve by next week in order to play again this season, so Kansas City will likely do so with an eye on having Hardman in the postseason, regardless of his Week 18 availability.
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice Thursday
Hardman (abdomen) wasn't spotted at practice Thursday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: After being designated for return from injured reserve Dec. 14, Hardman has been practicing for the past two-plus weeks, with head coach Andy Reid suggesting Wednesday that the receiver would likely be activated ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos. Hardman's absence from practice suddenly makes his availability for Sunday less of a sure bet, though he could put to rest some of the concern about his status by getting back on the field Friday in some capacity. Since the Chiefs have a full…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 29 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward Week 17 return
Hardman (abdomen) will continue to practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: When asked whether the wideout, who last suited up in Week 9, might come off injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Kansas City head coach Andy Reid told coach McMullen that he "presumes" Hardman will "be [in] there." Assuming Hardman is available this weekend, he'll have a chance to reclaim a key role in a Kansas City wideout corps that also includes JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Justin Watson, Kadarius Toney and Skyy Moore.
Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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Looking unlikely to play Week 16
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid suggested Thursday that Hardman (abdomen) isn't on track to be activated from injured reserve ahead of Saturday's game against the Seahawks, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports. "I'm not sure he's where he need to be," Reid said.
Analysis: Reid's comments are an about-face from just two days earlier, when he told Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com that Hardman had a "good chance" of suiting up this weekend. The coach's change in tune isn't necessarily an indication that Hardman has hit a snag in his recovery from the abdominal injury; it's possible the receiver may just need to get in more practice reps as he attempts to regain conditioning following a six-week layoff. Assuming Hardman remains out for Week 16, the Chiefs will…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Has chance to return Saturday
Coach Andy Reid said Tuesday that Hardman (abdomen) has a "good chance" to play in Saturday's game versus the Seahawks, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs designated Hardman for return from injured reserve last Wednesday, but he was unable to do enough in practice to be activated ahead of Sunday's game in Houston. With another week of on-field work on tap, though, he seemingly is trending in a better direction. The team will need make the official "activated from IR transaction" by 4:00 p.m. ET on Friday for Hardman to be available Week 16.
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 15
The Chiefs didn't activate Hardman (abdomen) from injured reserve Saturday, meaning he won't be available for Sunday's game against the Texans, Charles Goldman of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Though the Chiefs opened Hardman's 21-day evaluation window by designating him for return from IR on Wednesday, the team evidently determined that the receiver needed more practice time before suiting up for the first time since Week 9. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Chiefs expect Hardman to make his return from an abdominal injury Week 16 versus the Seahawks.
Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 5:22am by Rotowire.com
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Could return next week
Hardman (abdomen) isn't expected to be activated off injured reserve prior to Sunday's game at Houston, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Kadarius Toney (hamstring) is expected to make his return after a three-game absence, meaning the Chiefs should have a capable trio of wideouts ready to go this weekend even while Hardman remains out. The speedy receiver hasn't played since injuring his abdomen back in Week 9, but Schefter believes he could make his return Week 16 against the Seahawks.
Published: Sat, Dec 17 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play
Coach Andy Reid said Friday that he's leaning against playing Hardman (abdomen) in Sunday's game against the Texans, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Reid added that Hardman had a good week of practice after being designated to return from injured reserve. Given Reid's comments Friday, there's a decent chance Hardman has a lesser-than-usual role even if the team does activate him from IR before the deadline Saturday afternoon.
Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing Wednesday
The Chiefs designated Hardman (abdomen) for return from injured reserve Wednesday, with head coach Andy Reid noting that the wide receiver will have a "ramp-up process" throughout the week, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: After having spent the requisite four games on IR, Hardman is now eligible to practice and potentially return to the 53-man roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans. If Hardman needs more ramp-up time beyond this week, the Chiefs will still have the option of bringing him back Week 16 against Seattle or Week 17 against Denver. Prior to suffering the abdominal injury, Hardman was enjoying one of the better stretches of his career with 226 receiving yards, 35 rushing yards and five…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return this week
The Chiefs are expected to designate Hardman (abdomen) for return from injured reserve Wednesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per Adam Teicher of ESPN.com, depending on how Hardman fares in practice this week, he could be activated from IR in advance of Sunday's game against the Texans. Hardman's potential return would bolster a Kansas City wideout corps that also includes JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling as its top two options at the moment. Kadarius Toney (hamstring), who has missed the past three games, is also a candidate to return Week 15 and likely represents Hardman's top challenger for a…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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Could be back Week 15
Head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Hardman (abdomen) could return from injured reserve for the Chiefs' Week 15 game in Houston, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Reid noted that Hardman has resumed running and is "doing well" in his recovery from the abdominal injury, leaving the Chiefs optimistic that the receiver might be ready to go when he's first eligible to come off IR next week. Once Hardman is back in the mix, he may have to compete with Kadarius Toney (hamstring) for a regular spot alongside JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling in three-receiver sets. Toney has showed some intriguing playmaking skills in his first three games with…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to return in 2022
Coach Andy Reid doesn't think Hardman's abdominal injury is season-ending and described it as short-term Friday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Short-term is relative here, as Hardman already has been placed on injured reserve, but Reid seems optimistic that the fourth-year wide receiver will be back after a minimum four-week IR stint. If Hardman returns at his first available opportunity, he would retake the field Week 15 against Houston on Sunday, Dec. 18.
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
Hardman (abdomen) has been placed on IR by the Chiefs.
Analysis: With Hardman on IR and set to miss at least four games, as well as JuJu Smith-Schuster dealing with a concussion and iffy for Week 11 action, Kadarius Toney, Justin Watson and Skyy Moore are candidates to see added snaps Sunday night against the Chargers alongside Marquez Valdes-Scantling (illness). Hardman won't be eligible to return to action before Kansas City's Week 15 contest against the Texans.
Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to miss another practice
Hardman (abdomen) won't practice Thursday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: The same applies to JuJu Smith-Schuster (concussion), with the two also having missed Wednesday's practice. If Hardman and/or Smith-Schuster are limited or out Sunday night against the Chargers, added Week 11 snaps would be available for Kadarius Toney, Justin Watson and Skyy Moore alongside Marquez Valdes-Scantling (illness), who is line to return to practice Thursday.
Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined
Hardman (abdomen) won't practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: In addition to Hardman, JuJu Smith-Schuster (concussion) or Marquez Valdes-Scantling (illness) are also sitting out the Chiefs' first Week 11 practice, leaving Kadarius Toney, Justin Watson and Skyy Moore as the team's top healthy wideouts. Hardman was inactive for this past Sunday's win over the Jaguars after missing practices Wednesday through Friday.
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Hardman (abdomen) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With Hardman -- who logged a 6-79-1 receiving line on nine targets versus the Titans in Week 9 -- out due to abdominal soreness, fellow receivers Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore and Justin Watson are candidates to see added snaps Sunday behind JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Hardman will target a potential return to action in Week 11 against the Chargers.
Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Not at practice Friday
Hardman (abdomen) wasn't spotted during the media-access portion of Friday's practice, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, so he's looking iffy for Sunday's game against the Jaguars at this stage. If he ends up being unavailable this weekend, added wideout snaps would be available for Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore and Justin Watson.
Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined Thursday
Hardman (abdomen) won't practice Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Hardman, who is dealing with abdominal soreness, also didn't practice Wednesday, so what the wideout is able to do during Friday's session should be key with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Jaguars. If Hardman is out or limited this weekend, Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore and Justin Watson would be candidates to see added snaps Week 10 behind JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Hardman won't practice Wednesday due to abdominal soreness, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Hardman is banged up coming out of the Chiefs' Week 9 overtime win over the Titans, during which he recorded six catches for 79 yards and a touchdown on nine targets while logging 54 of Kansas City's 91 snaps on offense. If Hardman ends up out or limited this weekend, added snaps would be available for some combination of Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore and Justin Watson.
Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Stays hot with another score
Hardman had six receptions (nine targets) for 79 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 overtime win over the Titans.
Analysis: Hardman continued his recent touchdown frenzy fresh off the bye, scoring his third receiving touchdown in as many games. The speedy wideout was unable to replicate the rare pair of rushing scores he produced in his last outing -- he had no rushing attempts Sunday -- but his recent usage as Patrick Mahomes' third or fourth receiving option seems to be real. Kansas City threw the ball a ridiculous 68 times Sunday, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect nine targets from Hardman regularly. That…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 11:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches trio of TDs on Sunday
Hardman reeled in all four targets for 32 yards and one touchdown and added two carries for 28 yards and two more TDs during Sunday's 44-23 win in San Francisco.
Analysis: Hardman paced Chiefs wide receivers with a 62-percent share of the offensive snaps, and while he ranked in a tie for fourth on the team in targets, he took advantage of his usage on the ground, hitting paydirt on both of his rushes. According to CBS Sports, he also become the first wide receiver in the Super Bowl era to record two touchdowns on the ground and another receiving. With five total TDs through seven games this season, Hardman is just one score away from matching his career high of…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 5:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone against Buffalo
Hardman caught three of four targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: While he once again didn't see much target volume, Hardman came up big, hauling in a three-yard TD strike from Patrick Mahomes late in the third quarter to tie the score at 17-17. It was the first TD for the speedster since Kansas City's opener, and his limited role in the passing game makes him tough to use on fantasy rosters heading into a Week 7 meeting with the 49ers.
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Respectable showing in Week 5
Hardman reeled in four of five targets for 73 yards during Monday's 30-29 victory over Las Vegas.
Analysis: The lone incompletion to Hardman came on a late-game deep shot that could have put him over the top from a fantasy perspective, but this outing paces any previous this season in receptions, targets and yards. However, he played a season-low 40 percent of the snaps, which seems to tell a different story from his box score effort.
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass in win
Hardman caught his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 41-31 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: On a day when the Chiefs offense was clicking, Hardman was not a major part of the game plan and saw just one target in the passing game. The veteran wideout operated as the Chiefs' No. 3 receiver, playing behind Marquez Valdes-Scantling and JuJu Smith-Schuster while playing 46 percent of the team's offensive snaps. Though the wideout has the ability to make big plays, Hardman's limited opportunities make him hard to trust in a Week 5 matchup with the Raiders.
Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 2:57am by Rotowire.com
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Avoids Week 4 injury report
Hardman (heel) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Hardman turned in limited practice showings Thursday and Friday after sitting out entirely Wednesday, but that modest participation was enough to gain clearance for Week 4. Despite the offseason departure of Tyreek Hill, Hardman has remained a supporting option in Kansas City's passing game, though he's always capable of breaking a big play or two with Patrick Mahomes throwing him the ball.
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Hardman (heel) returned to a limited practice Thursday.
Analysis: Hardman sat out Wednesday's session, but his return to practice Thursday bodes well for his chances of playing Sunday against the Buccaneers. Friday's injury report will determine whether or not the wideout heads into the weekend with an injury designation or fully cleared for Week 4 action.
Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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No practice Wednesday
Hardman (heel) won't practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Hardman managed the heel issue heading into last week's loss to the Colts, but he didn't carry a designation into the game and played 43 of the Chiefs' 63 snaps on offense. The wideout's potential return to practice Thursday would likely indicate that his absence from Wednesday's session was maintenance-related.
Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal contribution against Colts
Hardman gathered in his only target for two yards during Sunday's 20-17 defeat versus the Colts.
Analysis: Hardman didn't possess an injury tag leading up to the contest but notably was limited in practice during the week because of a heel issue. Even so, Hardman logged a season-high 43 snaps (69 percent) Sunday as the Chiefs struggled to move the ball on offense. Even with turnover at the wide receiver position from Tyreek Hill and Demarcus Robinson, Hardman has actually claimed fewer targets per game so far in 2022 (3.7) than he did last season (4.9).
Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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Will play in Week 3
Hardman (heel) doesn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Colts, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Analysis: Hardman is good to go after practicing fully Friday. He had been limited Wednesday and Thursday. Fellow Chiefs wide receivers JuJu Smith-Schuster (shoulder), Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hip) and Justin Watson (chest) all shed their respective injury designations as well.
Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited due to heel injury
Hardman was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a heel injury.
Analysis: Hardman suffered the injury in last Thursday's 27-24 win over the Chargers and was able to re-enter the game. His ability to return to that game bodes well for his availability Week 3 against the Colts, as does his ability to practice Wednesday, albeit on a limited basis. Hardman has 10 targets and 55 receiving yards through two games, playing 56 and 54 percent of snaps on offense as the No. 3 receiver.
Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Picks up injury in win
Hardman (ankle) caught three of his four targets for 49 yards and recorded one carry for a four-yard loss during Thursday's 27-24 win over the Chargers. He also came away from this game with an unspecified ankle injury, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman was seen having his left foot retaped on Kansas City's sideline after he appeared to leave the field with a slight limp during the second half of Thursday night's game, according to Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star. The wideout was ultimately able to return and recorded an 11-yard reception on his final pass of the game, thus finishing tied with running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire for the team's second-most targets behind tight end Travis Kelce (seven targets) in Week 2. However, it…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Six targets in Week 1
Hardman recorded three receptions (on six targets) for 16 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 44-21 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Hardman played 56 percent of the offensive snaps in the opener, ranking behind both Marquez Valdes-Scantling and JuJu Smith-Schuster. While the six targets are an encouraging number, the fact that he turned them into just three grabs for just 16 yards -- albeit with a score -- isn't particularly appealing from a fantasy perspective. However, two of his incompletions came on passes where he was targeted 20-plus yards down the field, so there's optimism for some significant gains if he can…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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One catch Thursday
Hardman caught his only target for five yards in Thursday's preseason game against the Packers.
Analysis: The grab came on Kansas City's second possession, and Hardman didn't stay in the game much longer than that. The fourth-year player was effectively the team's No. 1 wide receiver in the preseason finale with JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) and Marquez Valdes-Scantling (concussion) both sidelined, but it's still not clear if Hardman will see a significant increase in his role compared to last season -- when he set career highs with 59 catches on 83 targets for 693 yards -- once the entire group is…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 10:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Hardman (groin) is returning to practice Monday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Hardman left practice last Wednesday and was held out of a preseason game against the Commanders on Saturday. With JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) also unavailable, the Chiefs used Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Justin Watson as their starting wideouts, with rookie Skyy Moore coming on as the No. 3. The week before in the preseason opener, Hardman worked as the No. 3 with the starters while Moore played with the backups.
Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely out Saturday
Hardman (groin) isn't going through pregame warmups ahead of Saturday's preseason game against Washington, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs are expected to play their starters but won't have Hardman or JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) available, potentially giving rookie Skyy Moore some playing time with QB Patrick Mahomes. Other candidates for added snaps include Justin Watson, Josh Gordon, Daurice Fountain, Cornell Powell and Corey Coleman.
Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Not ruled out for Saturday
Hardman (groin), who left Wednesday's session early, didn't practice Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports,
Analysis: On the plus side, per Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com, coach Andy Reid relayed that Hardman is making progress and hasn't been ruled out for Saturday's preseason contest against Washington. While it's possible that the wideout is held out for precautionary reasons, it does appear that Hardman's injury isn't a long-term concern.
Published: Thu, Aug 18 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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Likely avoids serious injury
Hardman's groin injury isn't considered serious, Independent NFL reporter Dov Kleiman reports.
Analysis: The timing in mid-August could still put his Week 1 availability in question, but it at least seems Hardman is expected to avoid a long-term absence. He's been competing for WR snaps and targets in a group that also includes JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee), Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Skyy Moore. In the preseason opener, Hardman worked as the No. 3 receiver, coming in behind Smith-Schuster and Valdes-Scantling for three-wide sets. Moore worked with the backups but could see more reps with the…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 18 at 6:24am by Rotowire.com
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Injures groin
Hardman left Wednesday's practice with a groin injury, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Initial reports haven't indicated the severity of Hardman's injury, but for now he should be considered day-to-day as Saturday's preseason contest against the Commanders approaches. When healthy, Hardman is a candidate to see an expanded role in Kansas City's passing game following the offseason departure of wideout Tyreek Hill.
Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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Exits Wednesday's practice
Hardman left Wednesday's practice after suffering an apparent leg injury, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Per Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star, Hardman limped to the medical tent during the course of Wednesday's 11-on-11 drills, so his situation is one to monitor. For now, consider the wideout day-to-day as Saturday's preseason game against Washington approaches.
Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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Vying for deep-threat role
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes indicated last week that Hardman has been filling "that spot that Tyreek did on those deep routes" during training camp, NFL.com reports.
Analysis: While the Chiefs acquired several new free-agent toys at wide receiver this offseason, Hardman is one of the few holdovers from last year and has a history with Mahomes. He hasn't lived up to the second-round billing outside of a serviceable rookie campaign, but perhaps 2022 will finally be the campaign Hardman breaks out after playing in Hill's shadow early in his career.
Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Returns for minicamp
Hardman (hamstring) participated in June minicamp, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Hardman missed a few days of OTAs in late May but was back on the field for mandatory minicamp less than three weeks later. He's one of the main candidates to benefit from Tyreek Hill's departure, along with offseason additions JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Skyy Moore. He's no Hill, but Hardman does offer some of the same traits, namely speed and elusiveness, and he's only 24 years old heading into the fourth and final season of his rookie contract. The injury won't be…read more
Published: Sun, Jun 19 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Nursing tweaked hamstring
Coach Andy Reid said Hardman did not practice Thursday because he "tweaked his hamstring" Wednesday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs will likely continue to take a cautious approach to Hardman's recovery, as hamstring injuries can linger when rushed. Both Hardman and rookie second-round pick Skyy Moore are currently sitting out OTAs due to hamstring injuries, leaving opportunities for increased reps behind JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling. As he heads into his fourth season with Kansas City, Hardman will have the opportunity to compete for a starting gig once back on the field.
Published: Fri, May 27 at 6:52am by Rotowire.com
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Likely in mix to start
Hardman may be in line for increased touches in 2022, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Taylor projects Hardman as one of the starting wideouts for the Chiefs, which finally could result in him getting a chance to unlock his full potential after a couple of mediocre campaigns the last two years following an impressive rookie season. Despite the team trading Tyreek Hill to the Dolphins this offseason, Hardman still has plenty of competition for targets, with Kansas City having added JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling via free agency and Skyy Moore (hamstring) in the…read more
Published: Mon, May 16 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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Gains new competition
Hardman has new competition at the wideout position after the Chiefs signed Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a three-year contract Thursday, Tod Palmer of KSHB 41 Kansas City reports.
Analysis: It's still a net gain for Hardman in terms of potential for production in 2022 with Valdes-Scantling swapping in for star wideout Tyreek Hill. However, the Chiefs also picked up first- and second-round draft picks in the deal that sent Hill to Miami, so there's a relatively strong chance at least one of those picks will be another wideout.
Published: Fri, Mar 25 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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Plays key role in OT win
Hardman gained 31 yards and a touchdown on two carries and hauled in his lone target for 26 yards Sunday in Kansas City's 42-36 overtime win over the Bills in the divisional round.
Analysis: Hardman's 25-yard scamper for a touchdown with just over two minutes remaining in the first half helped give his team its largest lead of the day, but that advantage would prove short-lived in a game where both offenses were trading punches throughout. Perhaps Hardman's most pivotal play came in overtime, when he found himself wide open in the flat and picked up several yards after the catch before running out of bounds at the Bills' eight-yard line. On the very next play, quarterback Patrick…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 25 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Steps up in win
Hardman recorded eight receptions on 11 targets for 103 yards in Saturday's 28-24 win over Denver. He added one rush for 10 yards.
Analysis: Tyreek Hill (heel) was hobbled for the majority of the game, so Hardman stepped into the big-play role in the Kansas City offense. His performance was highlighted by gains of 44 and 21 yards, with the former helping secure the win on the final drive of the contest. The end result was his first career game with over 100 receiving yards. Though aided by a 17th game, Hardman also recorded new bests in receptions and yards across his three seasons as a professional.
Published: Sat, Jan 8 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Big gain on lone target
Hardman caught his only target for a 53-yard gain Sunday against the Bengals.
Analysis: Hardman saw just 18 offensive snaps in the contest, his third-lowest total of the 2021 season. He did make the most of his one look as a receiver, but his dwindling playing time doesn't bode well for his fantasy prospects moving forward. The third-year wideout hasn't really made the leap many were hoping for and doesn't appear to be headed in a direction toward doing that anytime soon.
Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies second TD of 2021
Hardman racked up three catches for 31 yards and a touchdown on five targets Sunday versus the Steelers.
Analysis: After a couple of down weeks in his offensive involvement, Hardman has seen his usage spike again in the last couple of weeks, seeing a combined nine targets. He's also been looked to in the red zone three times in the last pair of weeks, which is a good sign after he went without a look in that area in the two games prior. Even so, Hardman remains off the fantasy radar in most leagues with just 50 catches for 537 yards and a pair of scores on the season.
Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal contributions Thursday
Hardman reeled in just two passes for 11 yards on four targets Thursday against the Chargers.
Analysis: Hardman did see his snap percentage jump slightly to 44 on the week after playing just 37 percent of snaps the week prior, though game script likely comes into play in that regard. Hardman did break open in the end zone on what could have been a fourth-down touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes, but Mahomes' pass fell short, preventing Hardman from reaching pay dirt for just the second time this season. He doesn't seem to have much fantasy value for the moment aside from the hope he can control a…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Makes most of limited work
Hardman snared both of his targets for 59 yards in Sunday's game against the Raiders. He also rushed once for no gain.
Analysis: Hardman did at least see a slight increase in his usage on offense (37 percent of snaps) compared to the last two games (17 percent each), and the third-year wideout made the most of his pair of looks, making grabs of 44 and 15 yards. If Hardman continues to produce on offense and eventually improves as a blocker, he could become a viable fantasy option again at some point. However, that point isn't the present, and he can be left on waiver wires in most leagues.
Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing time decreasing
Hardman saw the field for just nine offensive snaps and caught his only target for 12 yards Sunday against the Broncos.
Analysis: Hardman has seen his playing time shrink to a new low over the past two games, as he's played a total of 20 offensive snaps between the two. This doesn't bode well for the once-promising young wideout, who has been unable to follow up his 2019 rookie season with the breakout campaign many were hoping to see. Hardman seems to be nothing more than a potential stash in dynasty at this point with hopes of a future turnaround.
Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win
Hardman caught two of three targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 19-9 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Hardman played just 12 of the Chiefs' 68 offensive snaps in the contest, accounting for a season-low 18 percent snap share. The 23-year-old wideout was already struggling to meet expectations this season, and his low snap totals over the past two games aren't a promising sign for his ability to turn things around in 2021. Kansas City is on bye Week 12, so Hardman will have to wait until Dec. 5 against the Broncos to try and submit a bounce-back performance.
Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 6:13am by Rotowire.com
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Season-low snap count
Hardman recorded two catches for 27 yards on three targets Sunday against the Raiders.
Analysis: While Hardman's production wasn't too far out of line from what he'd been receiving recently, it's notable his snap count fell to a season-low 23 on offense against Las Vegas. He dropped another pass in the contest, which may be part of the cause for his limited opportunities. Either way, it's not exactly a great sign regarding his fantasy viability for future weeks.
Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Another quiet game
Hardman hauled in three of his six targets for 20 yards Sunday against the Packers.
Analysis: Hardman did return to the 60 percent range in terms of snap percentage, which is at least a positive note after he played only 48 percent the week prior. That being said, the third-year wideout was unable to make much out of the extra time on the field. He's not a reliable fantasy option at this point, though Hardman can post the occasional outburst.
Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Catches five passes
Hardman caught five of seven targets for 63 yards in Monday night's 20-17 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Hardman trailed only Tyreek Hill in targets and receiving yards, with his long gain of 24 yards marking Kansas City's biggest offensive play of the night. The third-year wideout has now topped 60 yards in three of his last four outings, building some consistency in the passing game. He'll strive to keep his momentum going in a Week 9 showdown against the Packers.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet versus Titans
Hardman reeled in four of his five targets for 28 yards Sunday against the Titans.
Analysis: After a promising 12-target showing against the Bills in Week 5, Hardman has just a combined 10 targets over the last two weeks, falling in line with most of the rest of 2021. He still doesn't produce consistently enough to warrant fantasy consideration in many formats, and it's beginning to look like the anticipated breakout may never come.
Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 62 yards
Hardman recorded four receptions on five targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 31-13 win over Washington.
Analysis: Hardman tallied the Chiefs' longest gain of the game when he hauled in a deep pass for 49 yards late in the first quarter. He was otherwise limited to short gains and also lost a fumble. Even so, Hardman has seen surprisingly consistent target volume early on this season. Through six games, he has 35 targets while his previous career-high is 62 across a full season.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving
Hardman racked up nine receptions (12 targets) for 76 yards in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Hardman wasn't able to break off any huge plays as Patrick Mahomes was under duress from the Bills' pass rush for the majority of the game. Those with shares of the wide receiver will be pleased to see how involved the speedster remained in the offense despite the recent addition of Josh Gordon (one catch for 11 yards). Hardman remains a deeper-league option with some upside heading into a Week 6 matchup with Washington.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 11:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Muted day versus Eagles
Hardman reeled in two of his three targets for six yards and rushed twice for another 25 yards Sunday versus the Eagles.
Analysis: Hardman saw a season-low offensive snap percentage (54 percent) on the day that matched his season-low target count to go with it. Part of that may be due to the fact that the Chiefs held a comfortable second-half lead that allowed them to run the ball a bit more than in the past, but it still doesn't bode particularly well for future contests, especially with Josh Gordon joining the mix this week.
Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in loss
Hardman secured three of four targets for 33 yards and a touchdown, rushed once for two yards and returned two punts for seven yards in the Chiefs' 30-24 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.
Analysis: Hardman salvaged an otherwise lackluster fantasy day with his eight-yard scoring grab in the fourth quarter. The third-year speedster thus far has been relatively underwhelming in his No. 2 receiver role, generating an 11-107 line and Sunday's touchdown through three contests. Hardman will look to build up his numbers in a Week 4 road matchup against the Eagles.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Goes for 55 yards on SNF
Hardman had five receptions (eight targets) for 55 yards in Sunday's 36-35 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Hardman saw a huge uptick in targets due to the Ravens constantly doubling Tyreek Hill for the majority of the contest. The 23-year-old Hardman could have had a much bigger fantasy impact if Patrick Mahomes didn't uncharacteristically overthrow him on a would-be deep touchdown in the first half. Hardman has the pure speed to put up some big numbers in a given week, but he remains behind both Hill and Travis Kelce in the pecking order, so there will be some inconsistency as the season…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 11:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win
Hardman secured all three of his targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 33-29 win over the Browns.
Analysis: The 23-year-old entered Week 1 as the No. 2 wide receiver opposite Tyreek Hill, but Hardman did little with that role considering Patrick Mahomes threw the ball 36 times in the contest. He played on 69 percent of the Chiefs' offensive snaps, which was slightly behind fellow wideout Demarcus Robinson's 74 percent. Hardman, a 2019 second-round pick, is an intriguing fantasy asset based on his athletic ability and role in Kansas City's high-flying offensive attack, but it's hard to trust him in…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Turns in full practice
Hardman (oblique) practiced fully Thursday.
Analysis: Hardman followed up Wednesday's limited session with a full practice Thursday, setting the stage for the 23-year-old to start opposite Tyreek Hill in Sunday's season opener against the Browns. With Sammy Watkins no longer in the mix and Patrick Mahomes as his QB, the door seems wide open for Hardman to improve on the 41-560-4 stat line that he logged in 2020.
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited with oblique injury
Hardman was a limited practice participant Wednesday with an oblique injury.
Analysis: Hardman made it through training camp healthy and played in all three preseason games, but he's now nicked up with the opener against Cleveland just a few days away. He played all 16 games in both of his first two NFL seasons, and there hasn't been any indication the oblique injury is serious. A return to full participation Thursday or Friday would clear up all doubts as Hardman prepares for a larger role after Sammy Watkins' departure in the offseason.
Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets rushing attempt
Hardman was not targeted but rushed once for eight yards in Friday night's 28-25 preseason win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Hardman saw the field with Kansas City's starters before Demarcus Robinson, furthering the notion that his role will be expanded this season following Sammy Watkins' departure. Although he wasn't targeted Friday, the Chiefs still managed to get the ball in Hardman's hands offensively, looking to capitalize on his blazing speed. In such an explosive offense, Hardman is certainly a player to keep in mind for season-long formats and DFS lineups going into a Week 1 battle against the Browns.
Published: Fri, Aug 27 at 8:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive in preseason win
Hardman secured four of eight targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in the Chiefs' 17-10 preseason win over the Cardinals on Friday night.
Analysis: Hardman is heading into the regular season with the pressure of serving as a full-time starter for the first time in his career, but his performance Friday supported the notion he could be up to the task. The third-year speedster corralled a 17-yard touchdown pass from Chad Henne late in the first half, and he also recorded two receptions for 19 yards while working with Patrick Mahomes earlier in the contest. Hardman could be set for plenty of single coverage in the coming season with Tyreek…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 8:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Drops lone target
Hardman was targeted once during Saturday's 19-16 preseason win over the 49ers but dropped the pass.
Analysis: Hardman took the field with Patrick Mahomes and the starters on the opening drive. The third-year wideout was targeted on a short third down but dropped the pass. Hardman and Mahomes didn't return to the field the rest of the night. The drop is concerning because Hardman recorded eight of them last season, and he'll need to clean up that part of his game if he wants to retain the No. 2 wideout job left behind by Sammy Watkins. The Chiefs' next preseason game is Friday against the Cardinals.
Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Looking sharp this summer
Hardman displayed "sizable improvements" at June minicamp, according to Nate Taylor of The Athletic.
Analysis: The report points to route-running, hands and focus as three areas where the 23-year-old has improved, thereby strengthening his case to replace Sammy Watkins (Ravens) as the Chiefs' No. 2 wide receiver. With fifth-round pick Cornell Powell being the team's most noteworthy wideout addition this offseason, Hardman could end up playing more than three-quarters of the offensive snaps, after logging just 44.9 and 45.3 percent in his first two NFL seasons. Demarcus Robinson and Byron Pringle are the…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 28 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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Costly mistakes in Super Bowl loss
Hardman secured two of six targets for four yards during Kansas City's 31-9 loss to the Buccaneers in Super Bowl LV.
Analysis: Hardman was relatively productive in Kansas City's last two playoff games, with 58 receiving yards against the Browns and a score versus the Bills, but during Super Bowl LV he made a handful of impactful mistakes on both offense and special teams. The second-year wideout looked to be on a different page than Patrick Mahomes all night, and he failed to turn his head in time on two of the occasions that he was targeted in the first half. He also appeared to have been offsides while attempting to…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 7 at 8:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds paydirt in AFC title game
Hardman hauled in two of three targets for four yards and a touchdown and carried once for 50 yards Sunday in the Chiefs' 38-24 win over the Bills in the AFC Championship Game.
Analysis: Hardman put the Chiefs in a early hole after mishandling a punt in the first quarter, with the Bills recovering the fumble and proceeding to score a touchdown to take a 10-0 lead. The second-year wideout didn't take long to make amends, however, as he responded with a short touchdown reception of his own on the Chiefs' ensuing possession. He then provided one of the game's biggest plays on the Chiefs' next drive, showcasing his high-end speed on an end-around carry to set up another touchdown.…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 27 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Subpar Week 17 showing
Hardman reeled in both of his targets for 25 yards Sunday against the Chargers.
Analysis: Hardman finished out his regular season with 41 catches for 560 yards and four touchdowns on 62 targets. While that does represent gains in all but touchdowns, it wasn't quite the jump in production many were expecting of Hardman in his sophomore season. It's possible that jump will come following another offseason, especially if Sammy Watkins and/or DeMarcus Robinson leave Kansas City via free agency this offseason, opening up a more consistent role in the offense. Even if he finds more snaps…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Another mediocre showing
Hardman logged three catches for 24 yards on six targets and rushed once for 20 yards in Sunday's game versus the Falcons.
Analysis: On a positive note, Hardman sported his largest offensive snap count percentage (61) since his 68 percent mark back in Week 9 when Sammy Watkins was sidelined. That was likely the result of the Chiefs being in a tight one with the Falcons, though the second-year wideout could see a bit more action next week if the staff elects to hold out or limit the work of Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce to ensure their health for the postseason with the No. 1 seed in the AFC already locked up.
Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Scores fourth TD in win
Hardman caught three of nine targets for 22 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32-29 win over the Saints, He also lost five yards on his only carry.
Analysis: While the second-year wideout didn't come down with many balls while tying his season high in target volume, Hardman cashed in when it mattered, getting his feet down in the back corner of the end zone on a five-yard toss from Patrick Mahomes midway through the third quarter. It was his first receiving TD since Week 8 and his fourth of the year, giving Hardman some momentum heading into Week 16's clash with a Falcons secondary that just got lit up by the Bucs.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores as returner
Hardman reached the end zone on a punt return while also reeling in each of his three targets for another 40 yards Sunday versus the Dolphins.
Analysis: Hardman also coughed up a fumble while running into the Miami red zone, though the subsequent Dolphins drive resulted in a safety. The second-year wideout once again posted a snap count percentage in the low 30s, which seems unlikely to change as long as the full complement of receivers is available. He could regain some fantasy value next season if the Chiefs elect to part ways with Sammy Watkins and/or Demarcus Robinson.
Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Another silent effort
Hardman hauled in one of his three targets for 15 yards during Sunday's contest versus the Broncos.
Analysis: Hardman logged 33 percent or fewer offensive snaps for a third straight week, with the first occurrence coming even while Sammy Watkins was still unavailable. At this point, he's droppable in most redraft formats and is simply a dynasty project with hopes of an expanded role next year, when both Watkins and Demarcus Robinson are set to see their contracts with the club expire.
Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Falls flat against Bucs
Hardman compiled just three catches for 23 yards on only five targets Sunday versus the Buccaneers.
Analysis: While Hardman is likely still owned in many redraft leagues given the upside promised of him entering the season, his results haven't backed up the hype outside of an outburst a few times. He's likely most viable as a stash in dynasty leagues with hopes of future promise given that Sammy Watkins and Demarcus Robinson are in the final years of their respective deals.
Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production in return from COVID list
Hardman hauled in his lone target for 16 yards in Sunday's game versus the Raiders.
Analysis: Hardman notably saw a season-low 27 percent of the team's offensive snaps in Sunday's contest, though that may be the result of him being freshly off the COVID-19 list and not quite up to speed. Even if that's the case, the expected return of Sammy Watkins in Week 12 will limit his upside from a fantasy standpoint moving forward. At this point, he's likely spottily owned in many redraft formats, while his primary value lies as a stash in dynasty leagues.
Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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Lifted from COVID-19 list
The Chiefs activated Hardman from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.
Analysis: Hardman was placed on the list Nov. 11 and didn't practice with the team over the past two weeks as a result, but he's expected to return to the lineup for Sunday's game against the Raiders. Sammy Watkins (hamstring/calf) has been ruled out again, so Hardman and Demarcus Robinson could have an increased workload yet again.
Published: Sat, Nov 21 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains absent from practice
Hardman remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list and didn't practice Wednesday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs placed Hardman on the COVID-19 list back on Nov. 11, and the second-year wideout apparently still hasn't completed the protocol to return following the team's Week 10 bye. Hardman's status for Sunday's game against the Raiders thus appears murky, but the Chiefs at least received some good news among their receiving corps after Sammy Watkins (hamstring) resumed practicing without limitations Wednesday. With Watkins poised to play Week 11, Hardman's snap count will likely take a hit if…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on COVID-19 list
The Chiefs placed Hardman on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Hardman's placement on the list indicates that he has either tested positive for COVID-19 or has been in close contact with an infected person or persons.The Chiefs are on bye this week and won't play again until Nov. 22 against the Raiders.
Published: Wed, Nov 11 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Small contribution versus Panthers
Hardman recorded three receptions for 48 yards on four targets during Sunday's game versus the Panthers.
Analysis: Coming off of arguably his best outing of the season last week versus the Jets, Hardman disappeared again for most of Sunday's contest. He should continue to see work moving forward but could see his snap counts deteriorate a bit with Sammy Watkins (hamstring) nearing his return to action.
Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Posts his best game of 2020
Hardman caught seven of nine targets for 96 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-9 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Hardman was overshadowed by Travis Kelce (109 yards and a touchdown) and Tyreek Hill (98 yards and two touchdowns), but quarterback Patrick Mahomes managed to keep all his receivers happy with five touchdown passes against the overmatched Jets secondary. The 2019 second-round pick got the scoring started by taking a touch-pass 30 yards to the house en route to season highs in catches and yards. Hardman's level of involvement has varied drastically from week to week, making him a high-risk,…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes most of limited touches
Hardman reeled in his two targets for 57 yards and ran once for another 13 Sunday versus the Broncos.
Analysis: Hardman's fantasy stock seemed to be on the rise following the hamstring injury for Sammy Watkins, but even that hasn't been enough to get the second-year wideout on the field consistently ahead of Demarcus Robinson. Given Hardman's explosiveness, there's likely a concern about his abilities as a blocker and route runner at this stage in his career that's keeping him from consistently seeing the field. It seems unlikely that's going to change in 2020, but it could be the case in 2021 when a…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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Blanked on offense
Hardman failed to haul in his only target during Monday's game versus the Bills.
Analysis: Even with Sammy Watkins (hamstring) sidelined Monday, Hardman played just 40 percent of the offensive snaps and was unable to get anything done on the plays he was in the game. Demarcus Robinson led the wideouts with 95 percent of the snaps played and looks to have clearly overtaken Hardman, which isn't a great sign for Hardman whom many experts pegged as a breakout candidate in 2020. He'll aim to get involved again in Week 7 versus a Broncos defense that held the Patriots to just 12 points…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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Larger role on tap
Hardman is expected to handle more snaps while Sammy Watkins (hamstring) is unavailable, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hardman figures to be one of the primary beneficiaries of Watkins being sidelined for what is expected to be at least a couple of weeks due to the issue. He compiled 95 all-purpose yards -- 50 receiving and 45 on kickoff returns -- during Sunday's tilt, but was targeted a measly three times despite playing a season-high 69 percent of the offensive snaps (50 total). Look for that number to receive another bump up while Watkins is out, and Hardman could have an opportunity to carve out a larger…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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Records 95 all-purpose yards
Hardman brought in two of three targets for 50 yards and returned two kickoffs for 45 yards in the Chiefs' 40-32 loss to the Raiders on Sunday.
Analysis: Hardman recorded a 37-yard reception for the majority of his production from scrimmage, and he failed to score a touchdown for the first time in three games. However, fellow wideout Sammy Watkins left Sunday's game with a hamstring injury, and if his absence extends into a Week 6 matchup against the Bills, Hardman could line up for additional opportunities in the passing game in that contest.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in second straight
Hardman caught all four of his targets for 27 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 26-10 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Hardman's key contribution came on a six-yard shovel pass that he took for a touchdown midway through the fourth quarter. That play not only extended Kansas City's lead at a critical juncture, but it also gave Hardman a touchdown in consecutive outings. Given all the mouths to feed in the Chiefs' high-flying offense, it's tough to project Hardman's weekly production, but the jet-heeled wideout can certainly make impact plays when called upon, as seen on Monday's short score.
Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 7:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Long touchdown versus Ravens
Hardman caught four of six targets for 81 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 34-20 win over the Ravens.
Analysis: Hardman's performance was highlighted by his 49-yard score prior to halftime. On that play, his sensational speed was on full display, giving quarterback Patrick Mahomes a free target downfield following a well-executed double-move. Through three games, Hardman has elevated his numbers each week, and although he's still lacking consistency outside of devastating deep shots like Monday's score, the second-year pro is nonetheless trending in the right direction ahead of Week 4's game versus the…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 9:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Adds snaps in Week 2
Hardman reeled in two of his three targets for 30 yards in Sunday's game versus the Chargers.
Analysis: Hardman's final line didn't really inspire a ton of confidence, and his increased playing time came as a result of Sammy Watkins (head) leaving the game. His snap percentage increased from 29 percent to 65 percent in Week 2, hinting that Hardman could have a big workload on tap if Watkins misses time beyond Sunday's tilt.
Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Disappointing opener
Hardman compiled just one catch for six yards on his only target in Thursday's season opener versus Houston.
Analysis: Hardman was pegged as a prime candidate for a breakout season in 2020, but his effort in the opener seems to suggest he hasn't even done enough to warrant consistent reps. He saw just 20 offensive snaps on the night, finishing not only behind Tyreek Hill (59) and Sammy Watkins (55) but also with 13 fewer than Demarcus Robinson. It's still too early to write off Hardman, but it's certainly a disappointing start to 2020.
Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely set for improvement in 2020
Hardman should make significant improvements on the offensive side of the ball in 2020, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Hardman's 2019 rookie campaign started fairly strong, with the rookie notching a pair of touchdowns and logging hefty snap counts through the first four weeks. Unfortunately, his role dwindled down the stretch, and he finished out the year with 26 catches for 538 yards and six touchdowns. Another offseason -- albeit an unusual one -- in the Chiefs' system should give Hardman an opportunity to improve on some weaknesses, namely as a run blocker. Given Sammy Watkins' rather lackluster campaign…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 17 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Kept quiet in Super Bowl
Hardman caught one pass for two yards and lost six yards on one carry in a 31-20 win over the 49ers in the Super Bowl.
Analysis: Hardman added three kick returns for 58 yards but called for a fair catch on both of the punts he fielded. He was limited to a 28 percent snap share on offense, working behind Tyreek Hill (87 percent), Sammy Watkins (87 percent) and Demarcus Robinson (49 percent). With Watkins a potential cap casualty and Robinson at the end of his rookie contract, Hardman likely will enter his second pro season as Kansas City's No. 2 or 3 option at wide receiver. The 21-year-old was quiet in the playoffs, but…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 3 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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Draws crucial penalty
Hardman caught his lone target for an eight-yard gain in Sunday's 35-24 win over Tennessee, adding four kickoff returns for 86 yards, one punt return for seven yards and also drawing a 41-yard pass interference penalty.
Analysis: The ticky-tack penalty was arguably Hardman's biggest contribution, converting a third-and-10 with just under four minutes remaining in the game. Although it didn't show up in the box score, Hardman's role on offense expanded from a 17 percent snap share the previous week (a 51-31 win over Houston) to a 40 percent share in Sunday's win over Tennessee. Accordingly, Demarcus Robinson dipped from 58 percent to 37 percent, catching two passes for 31 yards in the process. The exact split will be…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 20 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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Rips huge return for score
Hardman had a 30-yard reception on his lone target during Sunday's 31-21 win over the Chargers. He also returned two kicks for 117 yards and a touchdown and three punts for 21 yards.
Analysis: The Chiefs were down early in the second half when Hardman took the kickoff and high-stepped up the sideline before cutting back for a 104-yard kick return for a touchdown, the first return touchdown of his career. Hardman has caught multiple passes in just one game since Week 8, but he boasts an unreal 20.7 yards-per-reception average this season. After the Chief's first-round bye, they will take on the Patriots, Texans or Bills. In two games against New England and Houston this season,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Comes up empty
Hardman was not targeted in Sunday's game against the Bears.
Analysis: Hardman did log 35 percent of the offensive snaps, an increase from less than 25 in each of the last two tilts, but it didn't turn into anything this week. The rookie is a touchdown-dependent DFS dart at this point, but he could work his way into a larger role in future seasons.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Hardman (glute) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday night's game against the Bears.
Analysis: Hardman was added to the Chiefs' Week 16 injury report after being limited at practice Thursday. His return to a full session Friday, however, paves the way for the rookie to suit up Sunday. Hardman has found the end zone six times in 14 games this season, but a lack of volume of late has limited him to a hit-or-miss TD-dependent fantasy option.
Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Added to Week 16 injury report
Hardman (glute) was limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Hardman was added to the Chiefs' Week 16 injury report Thursday, so his status is worth monitoring in advance of Sunday night's game against the Bears. Though Hardman has logged six TDs in 14 games to date, he remains a hit-or-miss fantasy option, given his sporadic volume in Kansas City's passing attack. The 2019 second-rounder parlayed his 14 snaps in Week 15's win over the Broncos into one catch (on two targets) for 10 yards.
Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal Week 15 impact
Hardman was held to one catch for 10 yards on two targets Sunday versus the Broncos.
Analysis: Hardman's 14 offensive snaps mirrored the 14 he received last week against the Patriots, though he made the most of his touches in Week 14, recording a 48-yard touchdown reception on his lone grab. The rookie wideout has proven to be the deep threat the team expected when it drafted him, totaling four catches of 40 yards or longer and eight catches of 20 yards or longer on his 25 receptions this season. With six touchdowns on the board as well, Hardman may have the makeup of a future regular on…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 2:21am by Rotowire.com
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Grabs long TD in win
Hardman caught his only target for a 48-yard touchdown in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Patrick Mahomes appeared to injure his throwing hand early in the game and didn't take many shots downfield afterwards, but he did connect with Hardman on a long TD in the second quarter -- although the rookie did have to come back for the underthrown ball before turning on the jets to beat safety Duron Harmon and get to the end zone. Hardman has seen zero or one target in four of the last five games but has still managed to score twice on his four total catches over that stretch, highlighting…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal Week 13 showing
Hardman rushed once for nine yards and didn't haul in a pass Sunday versus the Raiders.
Analysis: Hardman saw a drastic dip in his playing time this week with Tyreek Hill available, ranking fourth at the position in total snaps behind Hill, Sammy Watkins and Demarcus Robinson. The rookie has some viable fantasy weeks under his belt, but it would likely require missed time from either Hill or Watkins down the stretch for him to warrant ownership in most redraft leagues.
Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Slow day despite added snaps
Hardman collected two of his four targets for 13 yards Monday against the Chargers.
Analysis: Hardman saw a bump in his snap count following Tyreek Hill's (hamstring) injury, but it didn't raise his fantasy value much on the night. A significant workload increase could be on tap again following the bye if Hill sits following the bye week, potentially positioning Hardman for fantasy relevance in some formats versus a subpar Raiders pass defense.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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Goes big with only target
Hardman reeled in his lone target for a 63-yard touchdown Sunday against the Titans.
Analysis: Hardman saw a slight increase in his offensive snap percentage Sunday to 22 from 18 and 15 in the previous two weeks. He'll need to use his speed to take advantage of his minimal target share, but he's managed to do just that in three of the last four games, turning just six targets and five receptions into three touchdowns. Still, the lack of volume likely makes Hardman a flier fantasy option in most formats.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Disappears in Week 9
Hardman was not targeted in Sunday's game against the Vikings, but he did run the ball once for seven yards.
Analysis: Hardman was on the field offensively for just 11 snaps and 20 combined in the last two weeks, a signal that he's well behind Demarcus Robinson (24 snaps) in pecking order at this point. Hardman did contribute in the return game, going over 100 yards on kicks and adding 17 more on punts, but he also coughed the ball up once. At this point, the rookie doesn't look to be anything more than a return specialist with a few offensive plays mixed in.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 10:11pm by Rotowire.com
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