Mecole Hardman

Packers signed WR Mecole Hardman, formerly of the Chiefs, to a one-year contract.

Hardman has spent all but five games of his six-year career with the Chiefs. Mostly playing as a gadget receiver and return specialist, Hardman has won three Super Bowls with the Chiefs and made the Pro Bowl as a returner during his rookie season. He ventured outside of Kansas City for the Jets in 2023 but was traded back to the Chiefs after just one catch in five games. Hardman returned 20 punts for 203 yards and five kicks for 132 yards last season. The Packers add him as reinforcement, though his traits overlap with Jayden Reed’s, making him unlikely to see a consistent role unless Reed is out. Expect Hardman to primarily operate as a returner for Green Bay.