Biography: Hardy is a physically imposing back at 6-0, 210 pounds. He is a downhill runner who hits the hole with authority and has the speed to pull away in the open field. Because of his physique he has the durability to be a productive every-down back at the next level.
Selection Committee Quote: �If you�re looking for a pure running back there isn�t anything that Hardy doesn�t have. With a strong frame and breakaway speed, Hardy can pound away on the inside but still hit on the big ones.�