Summary
Daniel Hardy carries a 42.0 dynasty score, ranking 291 at LB.
He set a defensive snap percentage low of 0.0% in Week 4 and finished with an average of 13.2% in 2025. At 27 years old with one year left on his contract, Hardy faces a contract year.
Projection Rationale
Daniel Hardy’s 2025 season stats include 1 solo tkl, which indicates a limited role. His Verdict production grade is at the 5th percentile, while his efficiency grade is at the 36th percentile. He has one year left on his contract with an APY of $2,485,000 and guaranteed remaining of $2,450,000, securing his role.
Injury Risk
No injury entries in 2025. With a 100th percentile durability grade, Daniel Hardy’s injury risk profile is low given his age.
Opportunity Notes
His defensive snap percentage trended down to 13.2% in 2025, indicating a reduced role. With a 48th percentile usage grade, there is competition for playing time.
Scheme Fit Analysis
Dennis Allen coordinates a 4-3 defense with a 28.2% blitz rate. The scheme type limits Hardy’s ceiling, as he has shown limited production in the 4-3.
Trend Assessment
Declining
Daniel Hardy’s defensive snap percentage trended down from 18.0% in Week 3 to 0.0% in several weeks throughout the 2025 season.
Ceiling / Floor
Ceiling: LB4-LB5; Hardy must increase his production to reach this ceiling. Floor: LB6; if his defensive snap percentage remains low or he loses his job, his value will drop to LB6.
Comparable Player
Brian Urlacher, 1999-2009.