Damar Hamlin Makes First Video Comments Since Cardiac Arrest

This is his first comment on camera after going into cardiac arrest on Monday Night Football, Jan. 2. Damar Hamlin is Buffalo Bills safety He said that he wouldn’t have made it to the end. “toughest moments and the toughest times” Without the help of everyone around the world.

Just after making a tackle for Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee HigginsHamlin immediately fell to the ground. After being defibrillated, medical staff gave CPR for Hamlin for nine minutes. He then left the field in an ambulance.

Hamlin was discharged from the hospital on January 11, and continues to make his own decisions. “so much progress recovering.”

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Damar Hamlin #3 from the Buffalo Bills stands at the sidelines during introductions ahead of an NFL football game against Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium, January 2, 2023 in Cincinnati.
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Although the 24-year-old was active on social media during Bills games, he wanted to wait until the end. “right time” Send a message via video

“Now that my brothers have closed out a strong, winning season, as I continue to make so much progress recovering, I think it’s finally a good time to share a few things,” He said it in Insta post Saturday. “I think it was important for me to wait and speak publicly at the right time, as it was just a lot to process within my own self mentally, physically, even spiritually, it’s just been a lot to process. But I can’t tell you how appreciative I am of all the love, all the support, and everything that’s just been coming my way.

Buffalo Bills fans support safety Damar Hamilton during the New England Patriots match at Highmark Stadium, January 08, 2023 in Orchard Park. 
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“What happened to me on Monday Night Football I feel is a direct example of God using me as a vessel to share my passion and my love directly from my heart with the entire world, and I’m able to give it back to kids and communities all across the world who need it the most, and that’s always been my dream. That’s always been what I stood for and what I’ll continue to stand for.”

He also thanked the Bills medical staff as well as the University of Cincinnati doctors, who he said he was grateful for. “acted willfully and skillfully to save my life.”

He expressed gratitude to his friends for checking in on him via text messages and visits and thanked all football fans for their support.

The scoreboard displays a message of support to Damar Hamlin at the game between the New England Patriots (New England) and the Buffalo Bills (Buffalo Bills) on January 8, 2023 in Orchard Park.
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“With this happening to me, I didn’t feel anything short of the love, and it really helped me stay encouraged to get through the toughest moments and the toughest times. I really can’t thank you enough…

“You showed the world unity and not division by rooting for one child’s success. It’s not surprising to me, but it’s something for which I am deeply grateful. I’ll be forever thankful and indebted to that…”

“I wouldn’t be able to do this without your love and support, and I’m so excited to continue taking you along on this journey.

Damar Hamlin, a patient in his hospital bed, watching the Bills.
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Hamlin appeared at the Bills matchup For the Bengals Sunday

He concluded his video by making a hand-made heart.

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