Hawkeye serves as a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent in the series, balancing organizational loyalty with independent mission execution. He recruits Hikaru Akatsuki by supplying a DISK wristband, enabling covert assistance against S.H.I.E.L.D. directives. Their alliance proves vital during operations like confronting Diamondback and thwarting Riley's DISK theft.

His tactical acumen and archery prowess feature prominently, including a bank heist where he distracts Diamondback for Hikaru's intervention. Later, he fakes his death during scientist Bridget Chan's rescue, infiltrates Hydra disguised as Crossbones, shoots Red Skull in the back, and secures Crossbones' DISK—actions pivotal to Red Skull's downfall.

Hawkeye engages in critical battles: defending the Helicarrier's laser cannons against Dormammu's Mindless Ones and confronting Loki after Loki absorbs Dormammu's power. He stands among the assembled heroes following Loki's defeat.

Beyond combat, he psychologically provokes Edward Grant to conquer inadequacy, prompting Hulk’s partnership affirmation. He collaborates with Black Widow to apprehend the amnesiac Ronin (Dr. Nozomu Akatsuki) and relays intelligence on Iron Man's condition, enabling Doctor Strange's rescue.

Physically, he mirrors a blonde Jeremy Renner from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His standard arsenal includes advanced archery gear and specialized arrows.