The Buffalo Bills came into the 2025 NFL Draft with 10 picks and over the course of three days, general manager Brandon Beane wheel-ed and deal-ed around the board and ultimately made nine selections in seven rounds.

One of the most rewarding feelings for any team is finding players in the later rounds of the draft who go on to enjoy productive careers.

The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft has concluded, and Bills general manager Brandon Beane held true to his words by adding a defensive asset to his roster. At pick No. 30, Kentucky cornerback Max Hairston became the newest early-round investment, as they’ll hope Hairston becomes the long-term starter with top cornerback Christian Benford.