justin hardee

John DeShazier | Senior Writer - NewOrleansSaints.comOriginally, Justin Hardee Sr. wasn't much more than a great underdog story, the undrafted-college-receiver-turned-NFL-defensive-back who hustled his way into a roster spot as a special teamer for the New Orleans Saints after being released...

NOLA.comBy Amie Just | The Advocate / PicayuneCornerback Justin Hardee quickly endeared himself to Saints fans as a rookie in 2017.He’d already racked up five special teams tackles in five games, but the sixth game of his career is when his popularity rose.Tampa Bay was punting from deep...

By Rod Walker | The AdvocateJustin Hardee hadn't intercepted a pass since his senior year at Glenville High School in Cleveland.So to finally get another one, seven years later, on such a grand stage — the Saints' 43-19 Monday night victory over the Washington Redskins — is a moment Hardee...

Amos Morale III, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune Justin Hardee carved out a role for himself on special teams with the New Orleans Saints last season.The receiver-turned-defensive back made several tackles in kick coverage and even scored on a blocked punt he returned for a touchdown.But he...

By Rod WalkerJustin Hardee approaches special teams a lot like he approaches life.He knows it isn't always easy, although he often makes it look like it is.He knows it requires some sacrifice.And it doesn't come with a whole lot of attention or fanfare.But Hardee is a firm believer...