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NegativeInjuryNov 10, 2026Zain Dhanani
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Patriots (vs Packers): Rhamondre Stevenson left in the 3rd quarter (knee) TreVeyon Henderson inactive Personnel on dropbacks: 11 - 78%, 12 - 20%, 6 OL - 2% RBs (before the last drive, 59 snaps): Rhamondre Stevenson - 56% opp share, 46% rush att share, 52% route share, 17% TPRR, 1.92 YPRR, 0% of i10 rush att, 100% of 2min RB snaps, 67% 3rd down snap share Would have been a high end RB2 with his insane usage to start the game, but now is expected to miss time to injury Corey Kiner - 33% opp sha...

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PositiveNewsNov 8, 2026Establish The Run
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Summary of weekend #FantasyFootball reports: EXPECTED TO PLAY * Amon-Ra St. Brown * Emeka Egbuka ACTIVATED, LIKELY TO PLAY * Jordyn Tyson * Pat Bryant * Mack Hollins * Demarcus Robinson NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY * Deshaun Watson * Jaylen Wright WAITING FOR NEWS ON * George Pickens, Jake Ferguson * Hunter Henry * Sione Vaki * Marshawn Lloyd * Colby Parkinson

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PositiveProjectionNov 4, 2026Davis Mattek
In the two games without DeVonta Smith (weeks 7 and 8), Hardman posted 23% and 23.5% target share respectively, with production of 6 for 57 yards in week 7 and 7 for 67 yards in week 8. The source projects him to settle at a more modest 14-16% target share going forward. Hardman is expected to be chalk (moderately popular) in fantasy, with volume driven by the Eagles' low rush rate due to game script (trailing in games). With Tanner McKee at quarterback, the Eagles are throwing heavily, supporting Hardman's target volume.
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PositiveProjectionOct 28, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz
Ian Hartitz ranks Mecole Hardman as WR 26 for Week 8 against the Falcons and upgrades him to upside WR3 treatment, expecting 8–10 targets. Hartitz attributes prior struggles to bad quarterback play with Jaylen Daniels and a concussion-toe injury combo, but sees potential improvement with Baker Mayfield's improved arm talent and accuracy. However, Hartitz cites concerning NextGen Stats metrics: second-worst catch rate overexpected mark and a passer rating when targeted under 60 (one of only four WRs in that range), suggesting execution problems beyond volume. Hardman had a strong start (first 4–5 games) but has underperformed over the last 16 games; he had 25 targets in the two games before injury.
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NegativeDepth ChartOct 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
The 28-year-old wide receiver, originally a 2019 2nd round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs known as a deep threat, has bounced among the Jets, Packers, and Bills since leaving Kansas City. Standing 5'10", 187 pounds, Hardman has 178 career receptions for 2,302 receiving yards (12.9 yards per catch average) and 16 touchdown receptions across 82 games (28 starts). He appeared in 2 games for the Bills last season without recording a catch and has not appeared in 2026 with an NFL team; the Colts signed him to the practice squad as interim GM Ed Dodds makes his first roster moves.
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NegativeDepth ChartOct 21, 2026Stampede Blue
The 28-year-old wide receiver, originally a 2019 2nd-round pick by Kansas City, was signed to the Colts practice squad by interim GM Ed Dodds. Hardman has 178 receptions for 2,302 receiving yards (12.9 yards per catch average) and 16 touchdown receptions across 82 career games (28 starts). He appeared in 2 games for the Buffalo Bills last season without recording a catch and has not appeared in an NFL game in 2026, but will look to continue his professional career with Indianapolis.
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NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry
Matthew Berry holds Mecole Hardman despite his lack of production this season, reasoning that his upside as a talented wide receiver is larger than whatever trade value he could currently get. Berry notes Hardman has a backup quarterback, no targets, and plays in a bad offense, but advises holding tight until he has a good game to potentially sell high. Baker Mayfield's return is expected to improve the situation.
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PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026Arrowhead Pride
Hardman is a potential free-agent option for the Chiefs at wide receiver with special-teams ability as a kickoff and punt returner. If other players take larger offensive roles and step away from special teams, Hardman could fill that gap. He has extensive experience with Patrick Mahomes: over six seasons with Kansas City, he started 28 games and appeared in 75, catching 177 passes for 2,296 yards and 16 touchdowns. He also appeared in 14 playoff games for the Chiefs, catching 27 passes for 288 yards and three touchdowns.
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PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Age 28, 5'10", 187 lb; former Round 2 pick by Chiefs in 2019. Although never became full-time starter on offense, was playmaking threat both as receiver and kick returner. Speed profile: 4.33 forty and 1.48 10-yard split with good open-field moves. Over seven seasons, played in 97 games with 28 starts, accumulating 2168 reps on offense and 455 on special teams. Return production: 91 punts for 823 yards and 46 kickoffs at 24.7 per return.
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NegativeProjectionOct 2, 2026Underdog Fantasy Football Show
Despite being the focal point of Tampa Bay's offense with consistent play designs, Hardman has scored 8.8, 8.8, and 8.7 fantasy points across recent games, holding a wide receiver three line. With an undrafted free agent rookie starting at quarterback in week four (earliest in NFL history), there is no floor with Hardman. Tampa Bay is projected for only 18 points this week, and Packers defense presents additional concerns with defensive coordinator Gannon's interesting scheme. Hardman is definitely not a must start at this point.
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