Kentucky CB Maxwell Hairston Accepts Invite to 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay

The list of players attending the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay continues to grow. On Monday, the NFL announced 17 prospects would be present for the event. By Tuesday, that number rose to 18 with the addition of Maxwell Hairston, a standout cornerback from the University of Kentucky.

According to Dane Brugler of The Athletic, Hairston has officially accepted his invitation and will attend the draft in person — a strong indicator that league insiders expect him to come off the board in the first round.

Hairston, who started for the Wildcats the past two seasons, has made a name for himself as one of the top ball-hawking corners in this year's class. He earned second-team All-SEC honors in 2023, leading the conference with five interceptions, including two returned for touchdowns. His playmaking ability was on full display throughout the season, and his instincts in coverage have helped vault him into first-round consideration.

Despite missing five games during the 2024 campaign due to a shoulder injury, Hairston still managed to make his presence felt with 19 tackles, a sack, and another interception returned for a score. His recovery appears to be on track, and teams are clearly intrigued — Hairston completed top-30 visits with seven teams, including the Bills, Broncos, Commanders, Eagles, Falcons, Lions, and Raiders.

Hairston’s decision to attend the draft signals his confidence — and that of the league — in his Day 1 potential. His combination of production, instincts, and athleticism could make him one of the first corners off the board.

Keep an eye on Maxwell Hairston come draft night. He might just hear his name called sooner than expected.

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