Damar Hamlin attends rematch after cardiac arrest

Buffalo Bills defenseman Damar Hamlin received a warm welcome during the first rematch between the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals after cardiac arrest.

The Buffalo Bills video posted via Twitter Hamlin at Highmark Stadium watching the game in his room with his family. However, he never entered the field, according to People.

Hamlin was also visible making a heart with his hands, from the suite to his fans as they cheered for him downstairs.

The stadium was filled with posters made by fans in support of Hamlin.

On January 2, Hamlin fell to the ground during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

He was on the ground “for some time” as medical personnel performed CPR on him.

He was then placed in an ambulance and taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

In a Buffalo Bills statement dated Twitter they confirmed that he was in cardiac arrest.

“Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest after getting into our game against the Bengals. His heart was restored on the field and he was transferred to the University of California Medical Center for further testing and treatment. He is currently sedated and in critical condition,” the team wrote.

After he required emergency medical attention, the game was postponed and the NFL Players Association released a statement. Twitter and wrote that they were praying for him.

We’re so glad you’re here @HamlinIsland. #LoveForDamar | #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/rxR7PX7I00

— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) January 22, 2023

“The NFLPA and everyone in our community is praying for Damar Hamlin. We kept in touch with Bills and Bengals players as well as the NFL. The only thing that matters at the moment is the health and well-being of Damar,” the Association wrote.

Hamlin was released from the hospital on January 9, but according to close friend and business partner Jordan Rooney, “Despite the fact that Damar has been released from the hospital, he still has a long recovery ahead of him,” according to ESPN.

Hamlin still needs oxygen and his heart is monitored regularly.

“He’s upbeat and positive and ready to keep pushing through it,” Rooney added.

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