Damar Hamlin stays in crucial situation in hospital after the Buffalo Bills security suffered a cardiac arrest throughout Monday’s NFL recreation in opposition to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Hamlin had CPR on the sphere after colliding with Bengals huge receiver Tee Higgins earlier than being taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, the place he spent the night time in an intensive care unit.
“Damar Hamlin spent last night in the intensive care unit and remains there today in critical condition at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center,” the Bills posted on their official Twitter account.
The Bills mentioned earlier on Tuesday: “Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest following a hit in our game versus the Bengals.
“His heartbeat was restored on the field and he was transferred to the UC Medical Center for further testing and treatment. He is currently sedated and listed in critical condition.”
Bills gamers and workers had been seen praying collectively on the sphere as an ambulance took 24-year-old Hamlin to hospital.
Hamlin’s teammates got a standing ovation by followers and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell quickly introduced that the sport had been postponed following the incident.
An NFL replace confirmed the fixture won’t be completed this week however added the Bills’ conflict in opposition to New England Patriots on Sunday remains to be scheduled to go forward.
An announcement mentioned: “After speaking with both teams and NFLPA (NFL Players Association) leadership, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell informed the clubs today that the Bills-Bengals game will not be resumed this week.
“The NFL has made no decision regarding the possible resumption of the game at a later date. The league has not made any changes to the week 18 regular season schedule.”
There was an outpouring of emotion throughout the United States in response to the incident, with followers gathering outdoors the University of Cincinnati Medical Center to carry candlelit vigils for Hamlin.
His household mentioned they had been “deeply moved” by the shows of affection.
“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,” Hamlin’s household mentioned in a press release.
“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. We feel so blessed to be part of the Buffalo Bills organisation and to have their support. We also want to thank coach (Zac) Taylor and the Bengals for everything they’ve done.
“Your generosity and compassion mean the world to us. Please keep Damar in your prayers. We will release updates as soon as we have them.”
Players from each groups prayed collectively
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The incident sparked an astonishing surge in help for a charitable marketing campaign arrange by Hamlin two years in the past to buy toys for kids in want.
Donations to the Chasing M’s Foundation Community Toy Drive had skyrocketed previous 4million US Dollars (£3.4million) as of late Tuesday afternoon in Britain and confirmed no signal of stopping.
The Pennsylvania native’s preliminary description of the drive – which Hamlin wrote in 2020 – reads: “As I embark on my journey to the NFL, I will never forget where I come from and I am committed to using my platform to positively impact the community that raised me.
“I created The Chasing M’s Foundation as a vehicle that will allow me to deliver that impact.”
Messages of help for Hamlin poured in following the incident, which got here within the penultimate week of the NFL’s common season.
Bengals proprietor Mike Brown mentioned in a press release: “First and foremost, the Bengals continue to send thoughts and prayers to Damar Hamlin and his family. Our hearts are with everyone in this unprecedented time – what we can do is support one another.
“Last night was supposed to be a great night for the NFL and a great showcase for our home town. Instead, the human side of our sport became paramount…and in that moment, humanity and love rose to the forefront.
“As medical personnel undertook extraordinary measures, both teams demonstrated respect and compassion while fans in the stadium and people around the country bolstered the support for Damar and love for each other.
“The Bengals are thankful for the love and compassion shown by all. Praying for Damar.”
Higgins provided his “prayers and thoughts” to Hamlin and his household and added on Twitter: “I’m praying that you pull through bro. Love.”
Bills quarterback Josh Allen and Arizona Cardinals’ JJ Watt, a three-time NFL defensive participant of the yr, had been additionally amongst these to ship their help to Hamlin.
Buffalo are the one franchise to play in New York state and Eric Adams, the Mayor of New York City, led the prayers for the participant.
Adams mentioned: “I’m asking all New Yorkers to join me in praying for Damar Hamlin, his family, his team-mates, and our brothers and sisters in Buffalo.”
Basketball star LeBron James additionally provided has prayers to Hamlin following the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night time, saying: “I wish nothing but the best for that kid, for the city of Buffalo, the franchise of the Bills, the rest of the NFL and the Bengals who were playing in that game.”
