Bo Jackson’s “Perfect Answer” to Damar Hamlin’s Question Leaves NFL World Teary Eyed
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Damar Hamlin shocked the NFL world with his terrible collapse after a cardiac arrest during the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals game. And the 24-year-old had the entire NFL and sporting world praying for him. Seems like the prayers have worked, as Damar’s recovery is already healing the sporting community. Including former legends and icons.
Former NFL and Major League Baseball MVP Bo Jackson was just as delighted as the next fan at the uplifting news that came from the Bills camp. Bo answered one of Hamlin’s first questions after gaining consciousness. And fans couldn’t help but appreciate the sentiment shown by the multi-sports icon.
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Damar’s first question to the Doctors shocked many
After staying on ventilation and breathing support with damaged lungs for more than 24 hours, Damar Hamlin showed his true dedication and passion for football and the Buffalo Bills.
The best soundbite to come out in a very long time: "Yes, Damar, you won. You won the game of life." pic.twitter.com/pkFeMR2aGI
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 5, 2023
Damar’s first written communication with the University of Cincinnati Medical Center staff was a query about who won the game. That’s when the doctors said that it was Damar who actually won. “You won the game of life,” the doctors told the Bills safety.
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Former Raider and Red Sox icon Bo Jackson left an overwhelmingly sweet response to Damar’s question on Twitter. The tweet read, “The question you asked, “Did we win?” Answer to that is yes, we did win. The very second you opened your eyes, the nation celebrated and cheered. So to answer your question, h–l yeah, we won, young man!!”
Thanks for such a perfect answer to his question. It did not matter if you followed football or any sport all we cared about was @HamlinIsland opening his eyes and breathing on his own. Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻
— stu (@Poynt_Blank) January 6, 2023
I haven’t been this distraught over a player injured in a game since you, @BoJackson, against the Bengals! Never thought there would be a player with a cardiac arrest on the field. 😢 Hope Hamlin continues to progress to full recovery.
— Classic Liberal 🧠➕🫀 (@ThyngJon) January 6, 2023
The game of life transcends any football game.
— Kary Oberbrunner | ISBNFT.eth (@karyoberbrunner) January 7, 2023
You're a class act Bo!
— atBAHAMAS.com (@bahamas) January 6, 2023
Bo Knows Twitter. 💪🏽
— Carl Sokia (@carlsokia) January 7, 2023
You are so very right Bo, the country did win and so did the team. To see that kind of camaraderie and genuine care for your teammate definitely made them winners in my eyes. More than just the highest score at the end of the game. Plus, he woke with a team spirit.
— Anthony (@Onealpha918) January 6, 2023
However, Bo Jackson’s career came to an end after an unfortunate tackle and a hip injury in a playoff win against the Bengals. And fans brought up the uncanny connection.
What was the factual answer to the Damar Hamlin question after recent NFL announcements?
Roger Goodell and the NFL suspended the Bills-Bengals Week 17 game after an hour of the Damar Hamlin tragedy. The league had to answer a few questions about the controversial delay and an alleged 5-minute warmup call. However, the NFL announced this week that the two AFC heavyweights will not be playing the rematch of the regular season fixture. Furthermore, the league declared the game a no-contest. Goodell arrived at the decision after speaking to both teams and the NFL Players Association authorities.
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The NFL also awarded the Cincinnati Bengals the AFC North Divisional title, irrespective of the result in their final divisional clash with the Baltimore Ravens. However, Bengals fans think they got the worst deal in the transaction.
Cincy will be the AFC North champion, but won't have the benefits of being the champ (with a home playoff game), but will have a harder schedule next year, and potentially a later draft pick. It's not perfect, assume they are not pleased. Alas. https://t.co/eRexICjEiH
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 6, 2023
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However, there are controversies about the league’s decision to pick their wildcard round matchup venue by means of a coin-toss. Regardless, the NFL world is breathing a sigh of relief as Damar recovers steadily. “He continues to breathe on his own and his neurological function is excellent,” the latest report from the UCMC said.
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Gideon Mathson