The Buffalo Bills signed TE Keleki Latu to the active roster and released WR Mecole Hardman Jr. ahead of their game against the Eagles, while also elevating Andre Jones Jr. and Michael Badgley from the practice squad.
The Buffalo Bills activated wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. from injured reserve and elevated kicker Michael Badgley and DE Andre Jones Jr. from the practice squad for their Week 16 game against the Cleveland Browns, with Hardman returning after an injury and Badgley making his debut due to an injury to Matt Prater.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. denies accusations of leaking the New York Jets' game plan to the Philadelphia Eagles during Week 6 of the NFL season. The dispute arose after Hardman criticized the Jets in an interview, prompting former teammates to imply that he provided inside information to the Eagles. Hardman vehemently denied the allegations, stating that he has never leaked game plans and always aims to win. The spat also led to Jets general manager Joe Douglas addressing Hardman's criticisms and explaining the decision to trade him back to Kansas City.
Kansas City Chiefs player Mecole Hardman Jr. revealed that pop star Taylor Swift congratulated him on his Super Bowl-winning catch and praised his magic tricks. Hardman shared that Swift had been impressed by a card trick he performed at a party hosted by his teammate Travis Kelce, Swift's boyfriend. Chiefs coach Andy Reid also mentioned Swift's efforts to bond with the team, including making homemade poptarts for the offensive linemen. Swift and Kelce have been making efforts to support each other despite their busy schedules.
Mecole Hardman Jr. credits a halftime pep talk from teammate Travis Kelce for sparking the Kansas City Chiefs' remarkable comeback in Super Bowl LVIII, leading to their third championship in five seasons. Hardman caught the game-winning pass from quarterback Patrick Mahomes in overtime, securing the victory. Reflecting on the season, Hardman described his journey as a "rollercoaster" after starting the year with the New York Jets before returning to the Chiefs. He also shared plans to celebrate his son's first birthday and revealed that his family is expecting another child this spring.