Damar Hamlin latest update: Buffalo Bills star FaceTimes teammates as ‘remarkable’ recovery continues

Bills safety Damar Hamlin remained down on field after a scary hit

NFL player Damar Hamlin is talking to family at hospital and his teammates on FaceTime after his breathing apparatus was removed, amid a “remarkable” recovery from the on-field cardiac arrest he suffered on Monday.

In a statement, the Buffalo Bills said on Friday: “Damar’s breathing tube was removed overnight. He continues to progress remarkably in his recovery. His neurologic function remains intact and he has been able to talk to his family and care team.”

Doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center had previously said the 24-year-old  remains “critically ill” in hospital but woke up on Wednesday evening and was able to ask who won the Bills’ game against the Cincinnati Bengals by communicating in writing.

New audio of the first responders who attended the collapsed Hamlin has revealed their urgency as they tried to save his life. In the recording, obtained by the New York Times, medics first on the scene can be heard escalating the severity of the situation.

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Latest news: Damar Hamlin talking to friends and family amid ‘remarkable recovery’

Damar Hamlin is awake and talking to his family and care team as his recovery from suffering a cardiac arrest during an NFL game continues.

The Buffalo Bills have confirmed that the 24-year-old FaceTimed with teammates for a meeting and confirmed to them: “Love you boys.”

Hamlin, who collapsed during Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, has also had his breathing tube removed at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

“Per the physicians at UCMC, Damar’s breathing tube was removed overnight. He continues to progress remarkably in his recovery,” the team said in a statement on Friday.

“His neurologic function remains intact and he has been able to talk to his family and care team.”

Damar Hamlin is showing positive signs of recovery

(AP)

Lawrence Ostlere6 January 2023 16:28

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Buffalo Bills head coach praises ‘hero’ assistant for saving Damar Hamlin’s life

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Bills coach Sean McDermott hails assistant trainer Denny Kellington for saving Damar Hamlin’s life

Bufallo Bills head coach Sean McDermott gave a press conference last night full of emotion, which included a tribute to the member of his medical staff who performed CPR on Damar Hamlin on the field.

“You talk about a real leader, a real hero, in saving Damar’s life … I admire his strength.”

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‘Love you boys’: Damar Hamlin FaceTimes Buffalo Bills teammates as ‘remarkable’ recovery continues

Damar Hamlin is awake and talking to his family and care team as his recovery from suffering a cardiac arrest during an NFL game continues.

The Buffalo Bills have confirmed that the 24-year-old FaceTimed with teammates for a meeting and confirmed to them: “Love you boys.”

Hamlin, who collapsed during Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, has also had his breathing tube removed at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

“Per the physicians at UCMC, Damar’s breathing tube was removed overnight. He continues to progress remarkably in his recovery,” the team said in a statement on Friday.

“His neurologic function remains intact and he has been able to talk to his family and care team.”

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Uncle describes talking with Damar as ‘amazing experience’ and says US most unified since 9/11

Dorian, Damar Hamlin’s uncle, messages a National NFL reporter:

“We are absolutely blessed. I believe that the prayers he received from everyone across America has truly impacted his miraculous recovery. We are forever grateful for the concern and compassion everyone has showed this past week. Talking with my nephew has been an amazing experience this morning. There is a unification around Damar in this country that I haven’t been able to witness since 9/11.”

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Buffalo Bills players react to seeing Damar Hamlin speak

The Buffalo Bills players are delighted to be speaking to their teammate Damar Hamlin just a few days after he suffered an on-field cardiac arrest:

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Breaking: Damar Hamlin talking and no longer requires breathing assistance

The Buffalo Bills have now confirmed that Hamlin’s breathing tube was removed overnight.

In a statement, the team said: “Per the physicians at UCMC [University of Cincinnati Medical Center], Damar’s breathing tube was removed overnight. He continues to progress remarkably in his recovery. His neurologic function remains intact and he has been able to talk to his family and care team.”

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Damar Hamlin ‘talking to teammates via FaceTime’ without breathing apparatus

Some very positive news in the past few minutes from NFL reporter Ian Rapoport, who says Damar Hamlin is talking to his teammates via FaceTime.

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‘You won the game of life’: Damar Hamlin asks doctors about Bills game outcome after cardiac arrest

Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin reportedly began communicating with doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Centre via writing, officials said. His first question was reportedly “did we win,” referencing the Monday Night Football game he was playing when he collapsed due to a cardiac arrest.

Doctors told reporters on Thursday that his physician responded: “Yes, you won the game of life.”

“We were in the situation where we could let him wake up as his body healed,” Dr Timothy Pritts said during a Thursday press conference. “Last night he was able to emerge, follow commands and even ask who won the game. I can clarify he did not speak but he communicated in writing. He’s unable to speak as he has a breathing tube in. When we answered Damar when he asked who won the game we said, ‘Yes, you won. You won the game of life.’”

Lawrence Ostlere6 January 2023 14:56

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Audio reveals first responders saving NFL star’s life

New audio of the first responders who attended collapsed NFL star Damar Hamlin has revealed their urgency as they tried to save his life.

The game between the  Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals was brought to a halt when Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field on Monday night. The 24-year-old Bills player was critically injured and had to be resuscitated before being rushed to the hospital where he has been treated ever since.

Hamlin reportedly began communicating with doctors at the University of Cincinnati Medical Centre via writing, officials said. His first question was reportedly “did we win,” referencing the game he was playing when he collapsed.

Doctors said his physician responded: “Yes, you won the game of life.”

In audio obtained by the New York Times, medics first on the scene can be heard escalating the severity of the situation.

“I don’t like how he went down,” one man is heard saying.

“All-call, all-call,” says another, meaning all medical personnel are required. “Call, bring everybody. We need an airway doctor, everybody. Bring the cot with the medics.”

Lawrence Ostlere6 January 2023 14:11