Montario Hardesty

Montario Hardesty

Position: RB
Height: 6-0    Weight: 225 lbs.

Born: February 1, 1987
College: East Tennessee St.   (school history)
Drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the 2nd round (59th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.

Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 4 (9473rd overall since 1950)

• 12/15 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Could reduce Trent Richardson’s workload : Updating a previous item, Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Brad Childress said the team is 'not there' when it comes to...[+] benching RB Trent Richardson (ribs), but he could see a reduction in snaps. 'Are we going to give him a series every now and then, or every third series or something to that nature?' Childress said. 'Yeah, we talk about that.' The lack of big plays has been a problem for Richardson. He is seventh in the NFL in attempts yet has just two plays for more than 20 yards. Meanwhile, RB Montario Hardesty is averaging 4.7 yards per carry this season.
• 12/14 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Trent Richardson will not be losing carries : Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Brad Childress said RB Trent Richardson will not be losing carries to RB Montario Hardesty...[+] even though Richardson is averaging only 3.5 yards per carry compared to Hardesty's average of 4.7 yards per carry.

• 11/23 Three Rivers Burgh Blog: Steelers Game Day 11 Preview - @ Cleveland Browns: The Steelers and Browns used to be a pretty good rivalry back in the day. Now, not so much. The Browns are in the middle of trying...

• 10/25 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty limitedCleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 25....[+] Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 25.
• 10/21 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | No setbacks for Trent Richardson: Updating a previous report, Cleveland Browns head coach Pat Shurmur said Sunday, Oct. 21, that RB Trent Richardson (ribs) did...[+] not suffer any setbacks with his injury in Week 7 against the Indianapolis Colts. Richardson struggled, and Shurmur said the Colts stacked the box, so the team elected to keep passing. Shurmur also said he played RB Montario Hardesty more because he didn't feel Richardson was as effective as usual early on.
• 10/14 Stripe Hype: Bengals vs Browns: Post-game Review:     The Cincinnati Bengals came into today’s matchup with the Cleveland Browns needing a win after a loss last...

• 9/3 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty, Brandon Jackson work with starters : Cleveland Browns RBs Montario Hardesty and Brandon Jackson saw some time with the first-team offense in practice Monday, Sept....[+] 3.

• 8/25 Stripe Hype: Scouting the AFC North: Browns RB Trent Richardson will be ready for Week 1:   The Cleveland Browns announced today that rookie RB Trent Richardson will be ready for Week 1. Richardson previously underwent a...
• 8/17 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty leads team in rushing: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty led the team in rushing Thursday, Aug. 16, against the Green Bay Packers. He had 12 carries...[+] for 45 yards with one touchdown.

• 7/29 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty looking good during camp: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty has looked lighter, quicker and more energized during training camp this season. He is healthy...[+] but will have to perform well during camp in order to secure himself a place on the final roster.
• 7/23 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Backup RB battle to be heated: The only real competition at the running back position for the Cleveland Browns is to determine who will become the primary backup...[+] to RB Trent Richardson. The team likely will favor whoever proves to be the best receiving threat and pass protector, especially on third down. Contributions on special teams might be a deciding factor, too. Head coach Pat Shurmur said RBs Montario Hardesty and Brandon Jackson would both play this year, but it is uncertain who will have a more prominent role. RB Chris Ogbonnaya is also in the mix, and his ability on special teams will help his cause should one of the others falter or suffer injury.
• 7/9 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Brandon Jackson making strides: Cleveland Browns RB Brandon Jackson is healthy, and he has reportedly established himself as the No. 2 back in the depth chart...[+] battle with RBs Montario Hardesty and Chris Ogbonnaya. Jackson showed solid blocking and catching skills, as well, which is what the coaches expect in the West Coast offense.
• 7/9 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya helps himself on special teams: Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya might have a leg up in the battle for a roster spot with RB Montario Hardesty, as Ogbonnaya...[+] has also shown ability on special teams, especially on coverage. The Browns are adamant that they want their No. 3 running back to chip in on special teams. It's uncertain if Hardesty can, or is willing, to do so.
• 7/8 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty expected to be primary backup: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty is expected to serve as the primary backup to rookie RB Trent Richardson as long as he can...[+] remain healthy. If Hardesty suffers an injury, his roster spot might be in jeopardy.

• 6/6 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty may have to play on special teams: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty may have to play on special teams if he wants to make the final roster because the Browns...[+] use their backup running back on special teams.
• 6/5 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Trent Richardson to see plenty of touches: Cleveland Browns RB Trent Richardson figures to see the majority of touches in the team's backfield this year, but head coach...[+] Pat Shurmur said there will be 'plenty of reps to go around' for the other running backs, namely RBs Montario Hardesty and Brandon Jackson. However, Hardesty could be battling for a roster spot and Jackson must prove he's finally healthy.
• 6/3 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty expected to get playing time: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty is expected to receive playing time this season because the team wants to keep RB Trent...[+] Richardson fresh during games.

• 12/6 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty listed as full participantCleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) was listed as a full participant for practice Monday, Dec. 5....[+] Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) was listed as a full participant for practice Monday, Dec. 5.
• 12/3 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty to play in Week 13: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) said Friday, Dec. 2, that he’s ready to play in Week 13 against the Baltimore Ravens...[+] after missing the past four games due to a calf injury.
• 12/1 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Trying to speed up Montario Hardesty’s healing process: Cleveland Browns head coach Pat Shurmur said Wednesday, Nov. 30, that he doesn’t feel RB Montario Hardesty (calf) aggravated...[+] his injury, but “we just feel we want to help speed up the healing process and we feel like at least a day here might do that.” Hardesty was rested in practice Wednesday.

• 11/30 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty to sit out practice: Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) will not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 30, but head coach Pat Shurmur said...[+] Hardesty should practice at some point this week.
• 11/29 FantasyDaddy.com: Fantasy Football Injury Report Week 13: There were a few guys that went down with injury but nothing earth shattering or of real fantasy relevance. If you are still alive...
• 11/24 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Two players limitedCleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) and OT Tony Pashos (ankle) were limited during practice Thursday, Nov. 24....[+] Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) and OT Tony Pashos (ankle) were limited during practice Thursday, Nov. 24.
• 11/23 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montatio Hardesty may start Week 12: Cleveland Browns head coach Pat Shurmur said RB Montario Hardesty (calf) will start in Week 12 if he is healthy enough to play....[+] Hardesty is scheduled to practice Wednesday, Nov. 23.
• 11/18 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty runs at full speed: Updating a previous report, Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (calf) was able to run for the second straight day Thursday,...[+] Nov. 17, going full speed at times. 'We'll know more based on how he progresses (the rest of the week),' head coach Pat Shurmur said. 'I know he's anxious to get back out there, and I think he's looking forward to getting back out there.'
• 11/17 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty could play Week 11: Cleveland Browns head coach Pat Shurmur said RB Montario Hardesty (calf) has a chance to play in Week 11 depending on how he does...[+] during practice this week.
• 11/16 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Montario Hardesty not ruled out for Week 11Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (knee) will not practice Wednesday, Nov. 16, but has not been ruled out for Week 11....[+] Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty (knee) will not practice Wednesday, Nov. 16, but has not been ruled out for Week 11.
• 11/11 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Browns | Three offensive players ruled out: Cleveland Browns RBs Montario Hardesty (calf) and Peyton Hillis (hamstring) and WR Mohamed Massaquoi (head) did not participate...[+] in practice Friday, Nov. 11, and have been ruled out for Week 10.
• 11/1 The Hazean: Daily Haze: Sneaky Week 9 Waiver Wire Adds: Kind of a blah week on the waiver wire this week. But I guess fantasy owners are not complaining too much after all the injuries...

• 10/18 FantasyDaddy.com: Week 6 Injury Report: I do not believe in curses.. but there is something to be said about the Madden cover boy year in and year out. This year’s...
• 10/17 The Hazean: Daily Haze: Week 7 Waiver Wire Adds: The fantasy football season nears its halfway point for most leagues. Sorry for the bad news. Nobody wants to be halfway done...

• 9/26 The Hazean: Daily Haze: Waiver Wire Thoughts after Week 3: More breakout performances in week3, which will lead to another busy week on the waiver wire. Time to start preparing for the...
• 9/20 FantasyDaddy.com: Fantasy Football: Buy And Sell-Week 3: Buy Chris Johnson, RB, Tennessee Titans- Johnson's prolonged holdout, as could have been expected, appears to have hindered...

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