Hardman (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday. Hardman suffered the knee injury during Friday's practice. There hasn't been any reports suggesting this could be a season-ending injury as of yet, but the Chiefs will be without their top return man until at minimum Week 18, if not longer.
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Status
IR - Knee - Not Specified Expected Return: 2025-01-05Latest Mecole Hardman news
Team
Kansas City Chiefs
Birthdate
3/12/1998 (26)
Status
Injured Reserve
HT/WT
5'10", 187 lbs
Draft Info
2019: Rd 2; Pk (KC)
Birthplace
Bowman, GA, USA
Position
WR
College
Georgia
Experience
6 seasons
Career History
Kansas City Chiefs
2019-Present
(6 seasons)
New York Jets
2023-2023
(1 season)
Hardman (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday. Hardman suffered the knee injury during Friday's practice. There hasn't been any reports suggesting this could be a season-ending injury as of yet, but the Chiefs will be without their top return man until at minimum Week 18, if not longer.
Hardman (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers. Hardman suffered the injury Friday, per coach Andy Reid, leaving the wide receiver questionable for Sunday's game. If Hardman's unable to suit up, Carson Steele and Xavier Worthy are the top candidates to return kickoffs and punts, respectively.
Hardman didn't practice Friday due to a knee injury, Pete Sweeney of Arrowhead Pride reports. Hardman's knee "locked up on him," per coach Andy Reid. The special teams return man and depth wide receiver will likely carry an injury designation when the Chiefs release their injury report later Friday ahead of Sunday night's game against the Chargers.
Hardman (shoulder/knee) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Broncos after practicing fully Friday. Hardman was limited both Wednesday and Thursday, but he's been cleared for Week 10 action after Friday's full session. With DeAndre Hopkins, Xavier Worthy and Justin Watson also in the Chiefs' wideout mix, Hardman carries limited fantasy lineup upside ahead of Sunday's contest.
Hardman (shoulder/knee) remained limited in Thursday's practice. Hardman was injured in the Chiefs' Week 9 win over the Bucs last Monday night, but he was able to return after getting examined in the locker room. Hardman has been serving as the Chiefs' No. 4 receiver in recent games with JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) still working his way back from injury.
Hardman (shoulder/knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. Hardman exited the Chiefs' Week 9 win over the Buccaneers with a shoulder injury before later returning. It also now appears that the Georgia product is also dealing with a knee issue, likely sustained Monday night. Hardman's practice participation Thursday and Friday will be the best indication of whether he can suit up for Sunday's matchup against the Broncos.
Hardman caught all three of his targets for 17 total yards in Monday's 30-24 overtime win versus the Buccaneers. He also returned one punt for 30 yards. Hardman served as the team's No. 4 wide receiver because JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) was inactive. The 2019 second-round pick has produced just nine receptions for 75 yards through the last four games.
Hardman (shoulder) has returned to Monday night's game against the Buccaneers, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports. The punt and kick returner injured his shoulder in the first quarter on a punt return. Hardman did not record a catch before exiting. The sixth-year pro has just six catches for 58 yards on the year.
Hardman (shoulder) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Buccaneers. The punt and kick returner was injured on a 30-yard punt return in the first quarter. Hardman did not record a catch before exiting. Carson Steele and Xavier Worthy are next in line to handle kick and punt return duties, respectively.