When it was announced that the New York Jets signed Mecole Hardman to a one-year, $4.5 million deal ($4.08 million guaranteed), many people initially expected that Hardman was added to take over Braxton Berrios’ role in New York’s offense.
It was a reasonable assumption. By the time Hardman was signed, Berrios had already been cut and signed with the Miami Dolphins, while Hardman’s role in Kansas City was similar to the one Berrios played in New York. Both players are known for their breakaway speed and have primarily been asked to handle gadget plays such as screens, end arounds, and jet sweeps.