Buffalo Bills star Damar Hamlin they’re talking!
As reported, the 24-year-old defensive back fell to the ground and “suffered a heart attack” after the tackle. Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins. Coaches and medics rushed to the field and immediately gave Damar CPR. A few minutes later, an ambulance drove onto the field, and first responders quickly stabilized him before transporting him to the field. University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
He was critical and had a breathing tube at the time. However, his team shared a positive update on Friday that “the breathing tube has been removed,” adding:
“He continues to make good progress in his recovery. His neurological function remains intact and he is able to communicate with his family and care team.
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And now, the football player is back Instagram for the first time since the incident! Damar jumped on the platform Saturday to thank everyone for the “enormous” support he has received over the past few days. He captioned it with a few pictures of himself – including one that included the quote “you win” the doctor said when he woke up:
“When you put real love out into the world, it comes back to you 3x as much.. Love has been so much, but I thank every single person who prayed for me and reached out. We bring the world back together behind this. If you know me, you know this only makes me stronger. On the long road keep praying for me!”
Damar later posted on IG Stories a picture of a FaceTime call, where he can be seen flashing a wide smile. See (below):
Great news! We wish Damar all the best on his long road to recovery!
[Image via Damar Hamlin/Instagram]