Maxwell Hairston: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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Maxwell Hairston 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.

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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).

Buffalo Bills News / Sporting News / October 14

Bills' Sean McDermott delivers brutal dose of reality for Maxwell Hairston's return

While some Buffalo Bills fans are hoping cornerback Maxwell Hairston can help solve the team's issues at the position upon his return from injury, head coach Sean McDermott is pumping the brakes on that notion.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 13

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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 News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 9

Several key Bills' players remain on IR as preparation for Falcons begins

The Buffalo Bills remain without several key players as they begin preparation for a Week 6 matchup with the Atlanta Falcons. Rookie cornerback Maxwell

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 1

Doubt building as Buffalo Bills' rookie CB remains on IR

It doesn’t appear as if Maxwell Hairston will return from injury anytime soon. The Buffalo Bills’ first-round rookie cornerback remains on Injured Reserve after the team elected to leave his 21-day practice window closed on Wednesday, the first day that he and a few others were eligible to return from IR.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 1

Bills predicted to make risky selection in 2026 NFL mock draft

Through four games, the Buffalo Bills remain undefeated but they still have some concerns. One of the more notable issues has been health at cornerback.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 1

Bills’ September rookie report card starts with an asterisk

In need of defensive help, the Buffalo Bills used their first five picks in the 2025 NFL draft on defensive players, beginning with Kentucky cornerback Maxwell Hairston.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 1

Bills' new DB continues to thrive, makes 2nd rookie team of the week

The Buffalo Bills may have found a hidden gem in rookie Dorian Strong. The sixth-round pick out of Virginia Tech has gotten into the Bills' lineup due to some injuries in the cornerback room.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 29

Sean McDermott updates status of Max Hairston, Tyler Bass, other Bills players on IR

Buffalo Bills' head coach Sean McDermott updated the status of Maxwell Hairston, Tyler Bass, and other players eligible to be activated from the Injured Reserve list in Week 5.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 25

Maxwell Hairston 'ramps up' recovery — what might be next for Bills' rookie CB?

After Sean McDermott played it coy when responding to questions regarding the status of Maxwell Hairston on Wednesday, the Buffalo Bills’ injured rookie cornerback seems to have “ramped up” his progress during Thursday’s practice.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / October 3

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 / A to Z Sports / September 24

Sean McDermott provides worrying injury update on multiple key Bills players, including first-round pick Maxwell Hairston

The Buffalo Bills and New Orleans Saints Week 4 matchup is set for action on Sunday, Sept. 28. It's been a nice break for the Bills players after their victory on 'Thursday Night Football' against the Miami Dolphins, getting some extra rest ahead of the contest.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 21

When can Buffalo Bills' first-round CB Maxwell Hairston return from Injured Reserve?

The Buffalo Bills have dealt with various injuries to a few key players over the first three weeks of the season. From Ed Oliver to Matt Milano and a few others, Buffalo has had to employ a next-man-up mentality while bursting out to a 3-0 start.

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Bills highly touted rookie might end up on injured reserve

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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.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Bills CB Maxwell Hairston Week-To-Week With Knee Sprain

According to Jordan Schultz, Bills first-round CB Maxwell Hairston avoided a serious injury and is week-to-week with a knee sprain. Ian Rapoport adds

Buffalo Bills News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2

Bills first-round pick facing troubling allegations from woman in lawsuit

Buffalo Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston is facing some troubling allegations in a lawsuit that a woman recently filed against him. A woman filed a civil lawsuit against Hairston on Tuesday in the U.S.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / The 33rd Team / February 1

Maxwell Hairston 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Kentucky Wildcats CB

Height: 5112 (verified) Weight: 179lbs (verified) Year: Redshirt Junior Pro Comparison: Jack Jones Kentucky Wildcats cornerback Maxwell Hairston projects as a potential starting cornerback at the NFL level.