In the NFL, Damar Hamlin is a 24-year-old safety. But in Western Pennsylvania, he’s much more than that; a symbol of how a person born into tough circumstances can chart a path to a better life while never forgetting where he’s from.
By his senior season, Hamlin was a force. In coverage, he’d erase an entire side of the field from the opponent’s playbook. He compiled 89 tackles, two interceptions and three fumble recoveries to help lead the Vikings to a 15-1 record, the WPIAL Class AAAA championship and the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association state title.The talented defensive back rocketed up the recruiting rankings. Rivals and 247Sports listed him as the top-rated defensive player in Pennsylvania.
But Hamlin wasn’t concerned so much with Dabo Swinney or Nick Saban or any of the other big-name coaches blowing up his phone. He cared about his brother. The talent and potential were obvious enough that Hamlin earned playing time in three games as a freshman. However, the sports hernia that dated back to high school continued to plague him through his first several seasons. Hamlin went on to start in 36 of his final 38 games. He led Pitt in tackles in 2018 and ‘20 on his way to a career total of 290. In his five seasons, he recorded six interceptions, 27 pass breakups and 10 tackles for loss.
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