Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin’s family releases statement following cardiac arrest
Misty Severi
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The family of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin thanked fans for their support on Tuesday after the player suffered a cardiac arrest on the football field Monday night.
The statement, released by Jordon Rooney, claimed Hamlin was receiving “exceptional care” at the University of Cincinnati Medical Care and asked for continued prayers as Hamlin remains in critical condition.
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“On behalf of our family, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the love and support shown to Damar during this challenging time. We are deeply moved by the prayers, kind words, and donations from fans around the country,” the statement said.
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Fans have donated nearly $4 million to a charity toy drive fund that was established by Hamlin, according to Fox News. Fans of both sports teams also gathered outside of the hospital in solidarity after Hamlin collapsed during the Monday night game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
“We also want to acknowledge the dedicated first responders and healthcare professionals at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center who have provided exceptional care to Damar,” the statement continued. “We feel so blessed to be a part of the Buffalo Bills organization and to have their support. We also want to thank Coach Taylor and the Bengals for everything they’ve done.”
The family promised to keep fans updated on Hamlin’s condition, which is still critical as of Tuesday afternoon, according to the Bills. He remains in intensive care but is sedated.
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Hamlin’s family has been very supportive and “remarkable” during the last 24 hours, Rooney said.
“I mean, they … are a tremendous group of people,” Rooney said on Good Morning America. “They’re strong. I mean, they’re supportive. They’re obviously … worried — Damar was very close with his family.”
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Monday’s game was canceled following Hamlin’s collapse but was slated to have huge implications in seeding for the playoffs. The Bills currently sit at 12-3, with the Bengals at 11-4. Hamlin, who was drafted in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, is in his third season with the Bills.