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Packers’ most surprising 53-man roster cut before 2025 NFL season

The Green Bay Packers have a deep roster, particularly at receiver. In fact, the team has one of the best receiving corps in the NFL. Jordan Love has such a plethora of pass catchers to throw to that it was inevitable that somebody talented wasn't going to make the 53-man roster. Even so, one receiver the Packers cut came as a big surprise for many fans. That player would be Mecole Hardman, the ex-Kansas City Chief and three-time champion. So just what went into Hardman's release?

Packers releasing Mecole Hardman was a surprise

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Mecole Hardman (6) during the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lambeau Field.
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The Packers have a lot of big-name players at receiver.