‘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.’
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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.’
Damar Hamlin injury: NFL cardiologist offers insight into what may have happened to Bills safety, what's next
‘When I saw what had happened, the type of collapse he had, where his body went completely limp, is the type of collapse that has a very, very high likelihood of the heart stopping. That’s a really concerning thing. The real good-news story is how promptly the medical team on the sideline was at his side performing resuscitation. That is not always the case.’
Damar Hamlin suffers cardiac arrest: NFL says Bills-Bengals game won't be played this week
‘The league has made no decision regarding when or if the resumption of the game will take place. There has currently been no changes made to the league’s Week 18 schedule. The Bengals are slated to host the Ravens on Sunday, while the Bills are slated to host the Patriots on Sunday.’
Who is Damar Hamlin? Bills safety a Pittsburgh area star in high school, college who gives back to community
‘As a senior for the Panthers, Hamlin envisioned using his platform as a future NFL player to give back to McKees Rocks, initiating a community toy drive for a local daycare in December 2020. It was the first program of The Chasing M’s Foundation, his own startup, and initially set a $2,500 fundraising goal. Within hours of Hamlin’s injury Monday night, more than $1 million in donations had flooded the toy drive’s GoFundMe page, which as of Tuesday morning had raised more than $3.4M from 130,000 donors.’
Bills vs. Bengals: NFL Provides Scheduling Update After Damar Hamlin Injury
‘“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’s statement read. “After speaking with both teams and NFLPA leadership, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell informed the clubs today that the Bills-Bengals game will not be resumed this week.’