Buffalo Bills: Hamlin showing “remarkable improvement” per medical staff
The Buffalo Bills posted a statement Thursday morning that brought encouraging news on safety Damar Hamlin.
“Per the physicians caring for Damar Hamlin at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Damar has shown remarkable improvement over the past 24 hours. While still critically ill, he has demonstrated that he appears to be neurologically intact. His lungs continue to heal and he is making steady progress.
We are grateful for the love and support we have received.”
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) January 5, 2023
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport adds Hamlin has been responsive.
Damar Hamlin has been gripping the hands of those close to him. Another very positive sign. https://t.co/GpabbnqTWm
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 5, 2023
Hamlin was hospitalized in critical condition at the UC Medical Center after collapsing on the field Monday night after making a tackle on Cincinnati’s Tee Higgins. The Bills later confirmed Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest on the field. He was administered CPR on the field and was transported via ambulance to the hospital.
