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Bills Rookie With Blazing Speed Nears Return, Ready to Turn Preseason Into a "Highlight Moment"

BUFFALO — Bills rookie Maxwell Hairston is walking free of crutches, and with each step, anticipation grows. The first-round cornerback — clocked at a blazing 4.28 seconds in the 40-yard dash — looks closer to making his preseason debut after suffering a knee sprain in late July.

Bills' defensive coordinator praises rookie CB Maxwell Hairston

On Wednesday, teammates noticed the shift. Among them, star wideout Matt Milano delivered the words that carried across the locker room: “He’s different. That speed, that confidence — once he’s back, it changes how teams line up against us. You can’t coach what he has.”

Bills DC: Team has a plan to work through Hairston injury

For the Bills, Hairston’s recovery isn’t just about getting a rookie healthy — it’s about unlocking a new dimension for a defense already built on speed and aggression. A healthy Hairston means tighter coverage, more options in nickel and dime, and an added spark that could tilt momentum even in preseason play.

Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston diagnosed with sprained right knee  ligament, AP source says | Sports | stardem.com

Every preseason offers a story of return, but Maxwell Hairston’s comeback could be more than that. If Stefon Diggs is right, it could be the moment that shifts how Buffalo enters September — not just waiting for a rookie, but preparing for a difference-maker.

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TIME CHANGE: How to Watch 49ERS vs BUCCANEERS in Week 6 - TV, Streaming, Kickoff Info
We are announcing a change in the schedule for the San Francisco 49ers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game in Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season. This game has been flexed by the NFL to optimize the broadcast schedule, ensuring the best experience for fans across the United States and internationally. Reason for the Change Optimized Broadcast Schedule: The NFL has moved this game to a primetime slot to attract a larger audience on national television networks. Team Performance: With both teams boasting an impressive 4-1 record after five weeks, this matchup is considered one of the week's most exciting, deserving a high-viewership time slot. Original schedule (before the flex) Kickoff: 1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT) on Sunday, October 12, 2025.  pdated schedule (after the flex) Matchup: San Francisco 49ers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Time: 4:25 PM ET, Sunday, October 12, 2025 (local time in Tampa, Florida, equivalent to 1:25 PM PT) Location: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida How to Watch (U.S.) TV: CBS — Late national window (4:25 PM ET)Projected crew: Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, Tracy Wolfson Streaming: Paramount+ (with Live TV): Streams your local CBS channel (availability varies by market) YouTube TV / other vMVPDs: Watch via your local CBS affiliate (if carried) Out-of-market: NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube/YouTube TV for Sunday afternoon out-of-market games Radio Coverage 49ers (English): Flagships (Bay Area): KNBR 680 AM and 107.7 The Bone (KSAN-FM) Also available via the 49ers Radio Network and the 49ers app/website Example local listing: 1:25 PM PT Buccaneers (English): Flagship (Tampa Bay): WXTB 97.9 FM (98 ROCK) — Gene Deckerhoff, Dave Moore, T.J. Rives SiriusXM: Channel 226 (home-team feed) Bucs Radio Network: Statewide and regional affiliates (full frequency list available via team channels) Note: Over-the-air TV/radio coverage varies by location. Share your city/county and we’ll filter the local listings for you. Betting Snapshot (as of Oct 9, 2025 — subject to change) Spread: 49ers −3.5 Over/Under: 42.5 Moneyline: 49ers −165 / Buccaneers +140Check your preferred sportsbook for the latest numbers. Stay Updated For regional broadcast maps, game-week details, and fan events, visit the official team channels and follow on social media. International viewers should confirm local carriage and blackout rules with their providers.   We look forward to your passionate support for this crucial matchup! Let’s cheer on the 49ers as they continue their journey in the 2025 season!