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Bills cornerback Max Hairston apologizes for snubbing reporters after tough game in loss to Patriots
Max Hairston said he was immature for leaving after Buffalo’s 29-26 loss and vowed to hold himself accountable.
- On Monday, Buffalo Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston apologized for leaving the locker room after Sunday's 29-26 loss to New England, admitting his behavior was "immature" and that emotions overwhelmed him.
- The 23-year-old Hairston allowed four receptions for 44 yards and two touchdowns to New England Patriots wide receiver Romeo Doubs, while also being flagged for holding during critical defensive moments.
- Defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard questioned Hairston's effort on a key third-down play but defended the cornerback's character, saying, "I think he's an emotional player" who cares deeply about his performance.
- Head coach Joe Brady expressed continued faith in Hairston, stating, "There's a reason he stayed out there," signaling the team's belief in the cornerback's development despite the poor performance.
- Hairston will start for Buffalo on "Monday Night Football" against the Los Angeles Rams this week, with Brady predicting, "He's going to be out there this Monday" and expecting a bounce-back performance.
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Maxwell Hairston Apologizes; Coach Brady Seeks Kincaid's Involvement
Oct 05, 2026 at 05:35 PM The Buffalo Bills coaching staff met with the media Monday to discuss their Week 4 loss to the Patriots, the team’s first loss of 2026. Cornerback Maxwell Hairston also had an impromptu press conference. ‘I have to be better’ | Maxwell Hairston apologizes for an emotional Sunday afternoon Bills CB Maxwell Hairston apologized to the media for not conducting interviews in the locker room after Sunday’s 29-26 loss to the Ne…
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