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Fans had to wait for three-and-a-half hours to see who the Buffalo Bills would select in the 2025 NFL draft , but it was worth the wait. At No. 30 overall, the Bills added Kentucky cornerback Maxwell Hairston .
He was already a big name after running a 4.28 in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, but Hairston became even more likable on Thursday night. MORE: NFL sets schedule release date for Bills' final season at Highmark Stadium Dressed in arguably the best suit out of every prospect, Hairston was seen hyping up every single player who was selected ahead of him.
He enthusiastically s hook their hands, and handed out hugs , while showing true excitement for every colleague who just saw their dream come true. Once he was on the stage, that joy continued to pour out. He was ecstatic to grab the Buffalo jersey with his name on it, and couldn't stop smiling when being interviewed.
Hairston was even proud of how well his handshake with Roger Goodell went. Hairston is more than just a ball of energy. He's a player who recorded six interceptions over the past two seasons.
Five of those were in 2023 and included two pick-sixes. He should be able to start across from Christian Benford early in his career, giving the Bills a solid starting duo at cornerback. — Enjoy free coverage of the Bills from Buffalo Bills on SI — More Buffalo Bills News: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell patronizes Bills' fans at 'topping out' event NFL MVP Josh Allen glad Hailee Steinfeld 'got to shine' in 'fantastic' film Brandon Beane addresses disgruntled running back's OTAs absence Billionaire owner Terry Pegula drops funny joke about Josh Allen Bills making serious push to bring future NFL Draft to new Highmark Stadium.
