“Praying…”: Patrick Mahomes Shocked, Josh Allen in Tears As ‘Critical’ Damar Hamlin Battles For Life
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Jan 2, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive end Shaq Lawson (90) reacts to the injury of safety Damar Hamlin (not pictured) during the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports
Damar Hamlin has the entire NFL world on their knees, praying for a miracle. The 24-year-old safety’s condition has fans and players waiting on news of his health. Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills helplessly watched the scene in absolute shock and horror.
In a scary incident unlike anything before, the NFL world witnessed the scene unfolding before them.
A devastated Bills squad stood guard around Damar Hamlin
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A visibly distressed Bills squad witnessed Damar Hamlin get intense CPR after he collapsed on the field. Hamlin tackled Bengals receiver Tee Higgins, got up, and then suddenly crumpled to the ground. The safety received medical care with his team surrounding him, almost like a wall of protection. The emotion on their faces was clearly evident. After CPR was administered, the safety also looked like he was receiving oxygen. Bills’ staff supported Hamlin’s head as he underwent medical care.
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Hamlin was taken away in an ambulance. Emotion poured out from the Bills’ sideline as the squad knelt in solidarity on the field, in a circle. The game between Buffalo and Cincinnati was suspended. A statement from Roger Goodell confirmed that Hamlin is in critical condition. Across the NFL world, devastated fans and players sent out their thoughts and prayers.
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The NFL world comes together in solidarity for Hamlin
The NFL world flooded Twitter with messages of support. Fans and players alike came together in one accord to pray for the well-being of the talented 24-year-old. Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson stated that he was praying for Hamlin.
Wow. I am praying for you @HamlinIsland. Praying for health and safety.🙏🏾
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) January 3, 2023
Pat McAfee expressed his disbelief regarding the situation
Man.. hope Hamlin’s alright.
Makes a tackle.. stands up.. faints??.. then slams the back of his head off of the turf causing a concussion??
Is that what we just witnessed there?
Scary scary scary stuff
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) January 3, 2023
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson joined in to send his best to the safety
Prayers bra🙏🏾🙏🏾
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) January 3, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes pleaded-
Praying hard.. please be okay man. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) January 3, 2023
MLFootball reported the status of the players on the field
Players are in tears on what is going on with Damar Hamlin https://t.co/lZ1f1py4Sm
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) January 3, 2023
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The updates from the league continued to alarm fans as the situation escalated.
Sending prayers to @HamlinIsland. Going down off the ball is scary stuff. CPR was administered on the field. #BUFvsCIN https://t.co/x7PUkEuBZl
— Live NFL Scores (@_LiveNFLScores) January 3, 2023
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Visibly shaken Bills players consoled each other. Bengals QB Joe Burrow comforted a distressed-looking Allen. Words cannot describe the pain of watching a teammate and friend suffer in such a manner. The NFL world will hold Damar Hamlin and his family close to their hearts while anticipating news of the safety’s status.
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