The young Buffalo Bills player was left in critical condition after he suddenly fell backwards on the field following a tackle during a game and requiring CPR in front of a stunned crowd that included his parents.
Doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center described Hamlin's neurological function as"excellent" on Saturday and said the player continues to breathe on his own but remains in critical condition.A tribute to Hamlin before the start of an NFL football game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday. Pic: AP
Just 24 hours earlier, he had taken the first major step forward in his recovery when he was taken off a ventilator and spoke briefly.The Bills are planning to pay tribute to Hamlin and the first-responders and medical staff who treated him at their season closer on Sunday against the New England Patriots.
On Saturday, the Steelers NFL team also paid tribute to the player, who is from the Pittsburgh area, by delivering toys, books and teaching supplies to a children's daycare centre, where the player hosts an annual toy drive. Fans, players and team owners have also made donations to Hamlin's Chasing M's Foundation, which has raised just more than $8.2m by Saturday afternoon.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
American football star Damar Hamlin making 'remarkable' recovery and able to talkThe young Buffalo Bills player was left in critical condition after suddenly collapsing on the field following a tackle during a game and requiring CPR in front of the stunned crowd that included his parents.
Read more »
Perry: Mac Jones in Awe of Damar Hamlin's Competitive SpiritPatriots quarterback Mac Jones couldn’t help but marvel at Damar Hamlin’s competitive spirit after hearing what the Bills safety asked his doctors upon waking in the hospital.
Read more »
NFL star Damar Hamlin breathing on his own again after cardiac arrest mid-gameHamlin has been in hospital since his cardiac arrest Monday, with doctors now saying the NFL star's condition has improved 'substantially'
Read more »
Graham: Damar Hamlin forced the NFL to reflect — but not enoughThe NFL stepped over Damar Hamlin and kept on walking, ByTimGraham writes. The same NFL that played two days after JFK's assassination. The same NFL that considered taking the field days after 9/11. Hamlin forced the NFL to reflect — but not enough.
Read more »
How Bills, NFL will pay tribute to Damar Hamlin in Week 18As the NFL resumes this weekend, teams across the league plan to pay tribute to Damar Hamlin in various ways. Buffalo’s jerseys will have a “3” patch for its game against New England on Sunday. 📸 BuffaloBills More:
Read more »
Damar Hamlin situation rekindles questions over NFL player contractsThe NFL says it will take care of Damar Hamlin, but most players with a similar tenure wouldn't be eligible for pensions. The situation has renewed calls for guaranteed contracts in the league and underscores longstanding gaps in the safety net.
Read more »