Maxwell Hairston was the No. 30 overall pick by the Buffalo Bills but delivered a cornerback blitz of heart and hugs to his peers throughout the night. The Bills filled what was arguably their greatest need - cornerback opposite Christian Benford - by selecting Kentucky’s Maxwell Hairston with the 30th pick in the first round.

It's not always about the first round, and the Bills have come up with some very good second-round picks through the years.

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — General manager Brandon Beane seeks redemption. Perhaps his greatest boo-boo as the Buffalo Bills’ top scout occurred the one time he drafted a cornerback in the first round. Beane gave it another go Thursday night, and while he and the player concede imperfections, there’s enough skill and spirit for everybody to work with.