Bills Release Super Bowl Champion Right Before the Start of the Season
Summary
The Buffalo Bills released Mecole Hardman Jr., a veteran wide receiver with three Super Bowl rings, just before the 2024 NFL regular season started. The team has many receivers and recently signed return specialist Dante Pettis, reducing the need for Hardman’s role on offense and special teams.Key Facts
- Buffalo Bills released wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. before the 2024 season began.
- Hardman has won three Super Bowl rings in his career.
- Hardman had limited playing time in the last preseason game, with one catch for two yards.
- He contributed on special teams with kickoff and punt returns in the preseason.
- Buffalo Bills signed veteran Dante Pettis, another top return specialist.
- DJ Moore is expected to be the Bills’ main receiver alongside quarterback Josh Allen.
- Other receivers on the team include Khalil Shakir, Joshua Palmer, Keon Coleman, and rookie Skyler Bell.
- Rookie Skyler Bell performed well in the preseason finale with seven catches and 49 yards.
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