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5 Veteran receivers the Atlanta could pair with Desmond Ridder

By Nick Halden

Dec 6, 2020; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes a catch in front of New Orleans Saints cornerback P.J. Williams (26) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 6, 2020; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes a catch in front of New Orleans Saints cornerback P.J. Williams (26) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 6, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (17) runs the ball against Tennessee Titans linebacker Zach Cunningham (41) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 6, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (17) runs the ball against Tennessee Titans linebacker Zach Cunningham (41) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Mecole Hardman

Mecole Hardman is another former Georgia Bulldog that would make a lot of sense for the Falcons as a third or fourth option for Desmond Ridder. If Olamide leaves in free agency the Falcons need a speed receiver who demands respect from opposing secondaries.

Hardman has 2,088 career receiving yards and 18 total touchdowns and the ability to stretch the field. Hardman wouldn’t be the veteran security blanket the Falcons should add for Ridder, however, he would be a great and affordable addition. If the receiver is willing to leave the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes the Falcons shouldn’t hesitate to pay what it takes to land the speedster.

Hardman has proven his ability to make game-changing plays and will be coming off of the worst season of his young career. It is the perfect time for the Falcons to sign Hardman and offer him the chance to return to Georgia. Of all the options when it comes to fit, and production Hardman makes the most sense and would offer a wrinkle in Arthur Smith’s rushing attack.

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