Bills consider benching cornerback Maxwell Hairston after struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The Buffalo Bills are contemplating benching second-year cornerback Maxwell Hairston following a 29-26 loss to the New England Patriots. Hairston faced frequent targeting from Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, who had a standout performance against the Bills. With an injury to starting cornerback Christian Benford, Hairston has taken on additional responsibilities. Insiders suggest discussions regarding Hairston's future role will occur in the coming week, especially given the team’s limited depth in the secondary due to injuries to others.
- •Maxwell Hairston struggled in loss to New England Patriots
- •Drake Maye targeted Hairston frequently during the game
- •Christian Benford is out with a foot injury
- •Bills may explore free agency for cornerback help
- •Hairston was frustrated and declined postgame interview
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — Bills Urged to Bench First-Round CB After Struggles Against Patriots
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