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Georgia Football: What to do with Mecole Hardman

By Alistair Penny

Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs red team wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) is tackled by black team defenders Deangelo Gibbs (8) defensive back Jarvis Wilson (19) and defensive back Tim Hill (29) during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs red team wide receiver Mecole Hardman (4) is tackled by black team defenders Deangelo Gibbs (8) defensive back Jarvis Wilson (19) and defensive back Tim Hill (29) during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Why he should stay at receiver:

Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs black team wide receiver Terry Godwin (5) runs against the red team after a catch during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs black team wide receiver Terry Godwin (5) runs against the red team after a catch during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

Because to be quite honest, he looks really good. Hardman really impressed for a player who has only had 15 practices at the position this spring. His natural talents are obvious and he’s clearly a threat whenever he catches the ball. He has also shown a fantastic ability to catch difficult balls, with a highlight reel of catches from practice being shown on social media this spring.

All of this is all the more impressive because Hardman did not play receiver in high school. He played on offense but mainly as a RB/QB and catching is new to him. The way that he’s been able to become such a viable option in the slot so quickly is a clear sign that he’s well suited to playing there.

Hardman is one of those players that defenses are scared of. If you miss a tackle, he’s got the ability to take the ball to the house. He’s that special. It’s why he fields kickoffs and punts as well. As a fan, there’s almost nothing you want more from Hardman that to get the ball in his hands as often as possible. If the coaches can do their job and make sure he gets it in space, then its get your popcorn time.

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