From national monuments to profile pics, tributes are pouring in as Damar Hamlin remains hospitalized in critical condition.
which originally had a goal of $2,500 but as of Tuesday following Hamlin's injury, the fundraiser has now reached over $4.6 million in donations.
The family also thanked the first responders, medical staff at UC Medical Center, the Bills and Cincinnati Bengals for their support. "Damar Hamlin is a kind caring extremely hard worker. He is loyal honest and can always put a smile on your face," Bills offensive lineman Rodger Saffold wrote in a Twitter post. "He is more than an athlete, he is a son and brother. I pray God gives him mercy and brings him back to us.
During the play, the 6-foot, 200-pound Hamlin was injured. Higgins led with his right shoulder, which hit the defensive back in the chest. Hamlin then wrapped his arms around Higgins' shoulders and helmet to drag him down. All appeared normal after both Higgins and Hamlin rose to their feet, but Hamlin suddenly fell backward onto the ground and remained motionless.
According to a statement released by the Bills, Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest following the hit to his chest.
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