Derek Hardman (born September 13, 1986) is an

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guard who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2010. He played college football at

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Professional career

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On April 26, 2010, Hardman was signed by the

as an undrafted free agent. On May 2, 2013, he was waived by the Buccaneers.

Detroit Lions

On May 3, 2013, Hardman was claimed off waivers by the

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. On August 23, 2013, he was cut by the Lions.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers bioEastern Kentucky Colonels bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Hardman, Derek 1986 births Living people American football offensive tackles American football offensive guards Eastern Kentucky Colonels football players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Detroit Lions players People from Spencer, West Virginia