‘Hamlin’s family asked for continued prayers and support in their message, while also thanking the more than 150,000 fans that have donated nearly $4 million to his charity toy drive fund.’
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Damar Hamlin ‘didn’t expect’ Tee Higgins to ‘launch his body’ into him, ESPN’s Bart Scott says
‘Scott explained how he didn’t believe Hamlin was prepared for the way Higgins ran into his body, and more specifically, his chest.’
Bills legend Andre Reed knows ‘resilient’ Buffalo community will rally for Damar Hamlin
‘Yes, football players know “there’s a risk that they’re taking,” as Reed put it, every time they strap on a helmet.’
Joe Buck, ESPN maintain NFL told network players had 5 minutes to warm up following Damar Hamlin’s injury
‘”They said they’re going to give five minutes of a warmup to these players to get ready,” Buck told The Post by phone.’
One-time NFL MVP theorizes how league will play remaining schedule
‘One-time NFL MVP and current WFAN radio personality Boomer Esiason gave his theory on the matter, saying the NFL could move Week 18 back and have no games this upcoming weekend to make up for the postponement.’
Chilling video of Damar Hamlin talking about Bills teammate Dane Jackson surfaces
‘”I can’t even describe it, but I cherish it every second that I can,” Hamlin says in the clip. “Every second of every day. We just had our prayer, our DB prayer we do every Wednesday. He was next to me and I just grabbed his hand a little bit harder just because you know you never know when your last day could be that you get to experience something like this. I’m cherishing every moment that I can.”‘
NFL says Bills-Bengals game ‘will not be resumed this week’ after Damar Hamlin collapse
‘”The NFL continues to be in regular contact with the medical team caring for Damar Hamlin, and also the Bills and Bengals organizations and the NFL Players Association,” the NFL said in a statement.’
Tom Brady shares message of support for Damar Hamlin, makes donation to his charity
‘”We’re praying for Damar and his family this morning in Tampa. Moments like this put into perspective what it means to play this game we love. Thankful for our communities in Cincinnati and Buffalo for the overwhelming level of care and support I know they’ll continue to provide,” Brady wrote on Twitter.’
Steelers’ Mike Tomlin reflects on long relationship with Damar Hamlin: ‘Got a lot of love for that young man’
‘Tomlin spoke to reporters and said he’s known Hamlin since the defensive back was coming up in the youth football ranks. Hamlin grew up in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, located just outside Pittsburgh. He attended Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School and went to the University of Pittsburgh.’
ESPN analyst prays for Bills’ Damar Hamlin during live broadcast
‘As Hamlin remains in critical condition, Dan Orlovsky said a prayer for the Buffalo Bills safety during Tuesday’s edition of “NFL Live.”‘
Bills provide update on Damar Hamlin; safety remains in critical condition after night in intensive care
‘The Bills said Hamlin spent the night in the University of Cincinnati Medical Center’s intensive care unit after collapsing on the field at around 8:55 p.m. ET. He is still at the hospital and remains in critical condition.’
Suspended Bills-Bengals game will not resume this week, per NFL
‘The NFL said in a statement that commissioner Roger Goodell informed the teams that the game would not be resumed this week after consulting with both teams and NFL Players Association leadership. The league, however, has made no decision on resuming the game at a later date.’
Steelers’ Mike Tomlin offers touching statement on Damar Hamlin: ‘I’ve got a lot of love for that young man’
‘”It’s a really personal thing for me,” said Tomlin, who added that he has known Hamlin since he was roughly 12 years old. “Just got a lot of love and respect for him as a human being.’
Latest details on Damar Hamlin: Family of Bills player releases statement, team offers update on his health
‘What happened to Hamlin on Monday night was difficult to watch and it’s a reminder that NFL players are risking their health with every snap of the ball. We’ve seen some serious injuries over the years, but none of them were like the one suffered by Hamlin, who actually went into cardiac arrest on the field after taking a shoulder to the chest. It was an emotional situation that wasn’t easy for anyone to watch and it was one of the scariest moments in NFL history.’
Damar Hamlin injury: Bills safety’s family ‘deeply moved’ by support received ‘from fans around the country’
‘”On behalf of our family, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the love and support shown to Damar during this challenging time,” the statement reads. “We are deeply moved by the prayers, kind words and donations from fans around the country.’