Maxwell Hairston: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bills' rookie Maxwell Hairston reveals incredible goal for the upcoming Chiefs game, and Patrick Mahomes can't be thrilled

The Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs are set for action in Week 9 of the NFL season. It's one of the most exciting times of the year, as the two teams have one of the best rivalries in sports.

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How Bills' first-round rookie could see his role expanded vs. Chiefs

Cornerback Maxwell Hairston, whom the Buffalo Bills selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft, had a great NFL debut after missing the Bills' first six games with an LCL sprain.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 27

Surprising results from Maxwell Hairston's NFL debut for Buffalo Bills vs. Panthers

Maxwell Hairston’s NFL debut went about as well as expected. During the Buffalo Bills’ 40-9 Week 8 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday afternoon, the Bills' rookie cornerback was on the field for 27 of the team’s 61 defensive snaps (44%), which was a bit more than many expected him to play in his first professional game.

Buffalo Bills News / Field Level Media / October 26

Bills rookie CB Maxwell Hairston to make debut vs. Panthers

The Buffalo Bills are coming out of their bye week healthier, with rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston active and tight end Dalton Kincaid back in action for Sunday's game against the host Carolina Panthers.

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Bills waste no time with surprise roster move ahead of Week 8 matchup against the Carolina Panthers

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said the fan base would need to temper their expectations when it comes to first-round draft pick and cornerback Maxwell Hairston.

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Bills Make Three Moves, Activate CB Maxwell Hairston From IR

The Buffalo Bills announced Saturday that they’ve officially activated rookie CB Maxwell Hairston from Injured Reserve. The Bills also elevated S Jordan Poyer and DT Jordan Phillips to their active roster. Hairston, 22, was a three-star recruit and the 79th-ranked cornerback in the 2021 recruiting class out of West Bloomfield, Michigan.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 24

Bills' head coach leaves door open for first-round rookie CB to play vs. Panthers

So you’re saying there’s a chance. With the Buffalo Bills’ secondary in need of a boost, Sean McDermott left the door open for the potential return of one of its key pieces this Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.

Buffalo Bills News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Bills Announce Maxwell Hairston Injury Update on Wednesday

The Buffalo Bills enter Week 8 coming off their bye week, looking to regain rhythm after suffering consecutive losses. Sitting at 4-2, they’ve shown flashes of their best form on both ends of the field but have struggled with injuries that have disrupted their defensive rotation.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 21

Buffalo Bills rookie CB addresses future for first time since returning to practice

For the first time since being designated to return from Injured Reserve, Buffalo Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston addressed his future while reflecting on his recovery from a knee injury at an event at Highmark Stadium.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 21

Buffalo Bills makes injury move that teases return of 1st-round pick

The Buffalo Bills have opened the 21-day practice window for first-round cornerback Maxwell Hairston, marking a significant step toward his NFL debut after a knee injury sidelined him since training camp.

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20

Bills designate first-round CB for return

Maxwell Hairston is moving closer to his NFL debut. The first-round rookie had his practice window opened by the Buffalo Bills on Monday, per the transactions wire.

Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Bills get some much-needed injury news that'll go a long way toward regular season success

The Buffalo Bills are battling through injury across both the offense and defense heading into the matchup against the Carolina Panthers. In the loss to the Atlanta Falcons, some big-name players like tight end Dalton Kincaid and linebacker Matt Milano were unable to compete, forcing Buffalo to face an uphill battle.

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / October 15

Bills’ Maxwell Hairston making progress, DC Bobby Babich to remain play-caller

Buffalo is one of the few teams in the NFL that hasn’t gotten any help from its 2025 first-round pick. However, that may change soon. Head coach Sean McDermott said the Bills could open injured rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston‘s 21-day practice window, though he didn’t indicate when that might happen (via Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic).

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Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / October 9

Bills HC noncommittal on first-round rookie's status

Over a month into the season, they haven’t gotten any contributions from the 30th overall selection.

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Buffalo Bills Add LB Otis Reese IV, Release CB Jalen Kimber

As Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season begins, the Buffalo Bills front office continues to address recent injury-driven depth chart holes. They added offensive lineman Nick Broeker on Monday, signed linebacker Otis Reese IV today, and released cornerback Jalen Kimber.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker / August 5

Positional depth could force Bills to not start first-round rookie

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Buffalo Bills News / Field Level Media / July 30

Bills CB Maxwell Hairston to miss time with knee sprain

Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston dodged an injury scare but is expected to miss time with a sprained knee ligament. Hairston, the 30th overall pick in the 2025 draft, did not finish Tuesday's practice after being taken to the locker room with a knee injury.