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Three takeaways from Buffalo Bills Training Camp Day 6

‘“All I’ve heard since I got here, especially from the fans is, ‘we’re glad you’re running with us instead of against us,’” Harris said after Tuesday’s practice. “I vividly remember every game against the Bills. I don’t know what it was, but I always felt like this organization brought out the best in me as a competitor.”’

‘I’m processing a thousand emotions’: Damar Hamlin practices in pads for first time since cardiac arrest

‘Hamlin ran past the sideline on his way to the main field when that portion of practice ended. He stopped to high-five his 8-year-old brother, Damir, who had made himself comfortable leaning on top of an athletic-training equipment bag. Hamlin high-fived his father, Mario, and then embraced his mother, Nina. Both followed their son up and down the sideline all day, their white Chasing M’s socks matching the red ones Damar wore on the field.’

Scary moment with Josh Allen on Day 5 of Bills camp highlights 1st day in pads (Observations)

‘Allen took a few moments before he returned to his feet. When he did it appeared as if he had a slight limp. He walked back to where the offense was standing around the 30 yard-line before the Bills ended practice minutes later. Allen walked off the field and said that he was all right after passing a few members of the media. He went on to sign autographs for a few minutes, walked back toward the locker room, and even did a CBS interview.’

Training Camp Takeaways: Bills practice in pads, Hamlin meets with reporters; Plenty of action during Day 5

‘Hamlin didn’t experience substantial contact throughout the practice, his first connection with an offensive player coming late while the team was drilling the running game. After running back Damien Harris took a handoff off the right side, Hamlin met Harris near the edge and went for a strip of the ball before wrapping up the Bills RB prior to the whistle being blown. Post practice, Hamlin reflected on the interaction.’

Damar Hamlin says his faith is stronger than fear after first padded practice since cardiac arrest

‘“You can’t hit that field with no hesitation,” Hamlin said. “You’re putting yourself in more danger by doing that. Like I said, I made the choice to play. But I’m processing a thousand emotions. I’m not afraid to say that it crosses my mind of being a little scared here and there. But like I say, my strength is rooted in my faith and my faith is stronger than any fear.”’

Deonte Harty, Trent Sherfield relishing their chance to be valued weapons in Bills offense

‘“That was the reason why I signed,” Sherfield said. “I talked to Brandon Beane and he was like, ‘No, I want you to become a contributor on offense.’ That was one of the main reasons why I came here. This is probably the first organization that I’ve been with, where they see the potential of receiver and being able to continue to take steps and take those leaps.”’

Damar Hamlin’s comeback continues with a practice in full pads

‘Hamlin, 25, called taking part in the fully padded practice “a super big hurdle, as you can imagine” as he incrementally works his way back toward the level of on-field intensity required to play in an NFL game. Monday’s practice came nearly seven months after he suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field, requiring emergency medical responders to resuscitate him, during a Jan. 2 game in Cincinnati.’

Giants players who played with Damar Hamlin react to Bills’ safety’s return to padded practice: ‘I’m definitely a little nervous for him’

‘“Oh man, I’d be lying to you if I said I ain’t nervous for him,” McCloud said. “If he ever has a problem or issue, or is second-guessing himself, then I’m going to always be there to reassure him that he’s been doing this his whole life. Whatever second guesses he has about himself, he’s going to be fine. I’m definitely a little nervous for him, but obviously everyone is. But he’ll be fine.”’