Wide receiver/kick returner Mecole Hardman joining Packers on one-year deal

Wide receiver/kick returner Mecole Hardman has agreed to a one-year contract with the Green Bay Packers, according to a person familiar with the situation.

The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because a signing hasn’t been announced. The person didn’t reveal financial terms.

ESPN first reported that Hardman was joining the Packers.

Hardman is best known for capping the 2023 season by catching a 3-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime to give the Kansas City Chiefs a 25-22 Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers.

He caught just 12 passes for 90 yards in 12 games last season. His last game of the season came on Nov. 29 before he was placed on injured reserve with a knee issue.

Hardman also had five carries for 62 yards and a touchdown last season. On special teams, he returned 20 punts and five kickoffs.