Hardy has made probably the most of his alternatives up to now within the preseason, main the NFL with 3.5 sacks and topping the Bears with 10 tackles.
“[Hardy’s production] has actually stood out,” stated defensive coordinator Eric Washington. “It has actually stood out so far as what we’re asking that place to do, particularly from a rush standpoint. He is been extraordinarily energetic. The power has been excessive. He is gotten high quality wins in important conditions, and his effort has been phenomenal. Every thing we begin [with] from an analysis standpoint begins with hustle, and I do not know anyone that has stood out as a lot as he has.”
Chosen by the Rams within the seventh spherical of the 2022 draft out of Montana State, Hardy appeared in six video games as a rookie, taking part in 41 snaps on protection and 128 on particular groups. He then spent final season on the Bears apply squad.
One other robust efficiency towards the Chiefs might earn Hardy not solely a roster spot but in addition a spot within the Bears’ common line of defense rotation.