Buffalo Bills Confirm Damar Hamlin ‘Suffered Cardiac Arrest’ Playing Cincinnati Bengals
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Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills was in cardiac arrest after Monday Night Football’s game against Bengals. The team officially confirmed this via social media. He is still in critical condition.
“Damar Hamlin was suffering a cardiac arrest due to a hit during our game against the Bengals,” a team spokesperson said via Twitter Tuesday morning. Hamlin (24), was taken off the field by an ambulance. Before this, he had been receiving treatment. CPR for 10 minutes He appeared to have been given oxygen. The NFL also banned the game.
The team stated that “His heartbeat was reestablished on the field” and that he was then transferred to the UC Medical Center to receive further treatment. He is currently in critical condition and is being sedated.
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Hamlin was injured in the first quarter after he tackled Tee Higgins, a Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver. He quickly rose up and then collapsed. Hamlin was given CPR by medical personnel and oxygen was administered to him before he was taken to the ambulance. ESPN reported that Hamlin was raised by his parents. brought down from the stands To travel with him to University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
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Jordan Rooney, Hamlin’s representative, quickly posted on Twitter shortly thereafter that “his.” vitals are back to normal“, though he was reportedly intubated as doctors performed tests.
“Tonight’s Buffalo Bills/Cincinnati Bengals match has been canceled after Damar Hamlin of Buffalo Bills collapsed,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated. announced in a statement Following the tragic incident.
“Hamlin received prompt medical attention on-the-field by team, independent medical staff and local paramedics. He was transported to a local emergency room where he remains in critical condition.
He said, “Our thoughts are with Damar” and “with the Buffalo Bills”.
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The McKees Rocks Penn. Since Week 2, the native has been playing for the Bills. He took over safety Micah Hyde’s position after he sustained a neck injury.
After playing at the University of Pittsburgh for three seasons, he was selected sixth in the 2021 NFL Draft.
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Players from both teams became visibly emotional during the chaotic moments after Hamlin’s collapse. Some players bowed their heads and kneeled as they waited for Damar to respond.
Josh Allen, Bills quarterback, tweeted “Please pray to our brother” late Monday night. Fans and friends sent condolences to Hamlin’s family through their social media channels. Facebook page Use the hashtag #HamlinStrong to get your love. Fans can also take to Hamlin’s Instagram page to show their support.
The athlete, who had just hosted a toy drive last week for children, posted a video showing him on Christmas Day with all the smiling children receiving gifts. “Our 3rd Annual @chasingMs Foundation toy Drive hosted by @d.ham3 “It was a huge success!” He wrote. “Thank you to all who came out. We hope that you are all enjoying your holiday.
As “prayers up to 3” continue to circulate on social media, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Seattle Seahawks as well as other NFL teams sent their best wishes for Hamlin.